Quote by Samuel Johnson

Every man is prompted by the love of himself to imagine that he possesses some qualities, superior, either in kind or degree, to those which he sees allotted to the rest of the world; and, whatever apparent disadvantages he may suffer in the comparis

Every man is prompted by the love of himself to imagine that

Summary

This quote highlights the innate human tendency to believe that we possess certain qualities or abilities that surpass those of others. Motivated by self-love, individuals tend to perceive themselves as having qualities that are either superior in nature or degree to those of others. This egocentric perspective may lead individuals to overlook their own disadvantages when comparing themselves to others. It underscores the universal inclination to assess oneself based on an inflated sense of self-importance or special attributes.

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By Samuel Johnson

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