Quote by George Jean Nathan

Criticism is the art of appraising others at one's own value.

Criticism is the art of appraising others at one's own value

Summary

This quote suggests that criticism is subjective and influenced by one's own perspective and values. When critiquing others, we tend to judge them based on our own standards and beliefs, expecting them to meet our ideals. It implies that people often evaluate others by comparing them to themselves, disregarding the unique qualities and individuality of the person being criticized. The quote encourages reflection on how our personal biases can affect our judgments and reminds us to approach criticism with open-mindedness and empathy.

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