Quote by Oscar Wilde

It is so easy to convince others; it is so difficult to convince oneself.

It is so easy to convince others; it is so difficult to conv

Summary

This quote highlights the contrasting difficulty between persuading others and persuading oneself. It suggests that it is relatively straightforward to manipulate or influence others into adopting a certain belief or viewpoint, but the real challenge lies in trying to convince oneself of the same. It implies that self-reflection and genuine conviction are inherently more challenging than simply trying to influence others, emphasizing the importance of personal beliefs and inner conviction.

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