Flattery is a kind of bad money, to which our vanity gives us currency.

Summary

This quote implies that flattery may seem tempting and valuable like money, but it is ultimately worthless because it is driven by our need for validation and feeds our vanity. Flattery offers empty compliments and insincere praise, often used to manipulate or gain favor from others. Just like bad currency, it lacks true worth and authenticity. It highlights the dangers of seeking flattery as it leads to shallow relationships built on false admiration rather than genuine connections.

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