Quote by Will Rogers

It's great to be great, but it's greater to be human.

It's great to be great, but it's greater to be human.

Summary

This quote highlights the value of being a compassionate and empathetic human being over solely focusing on achieving greatness or success. It suggests that while personal achievements are admirable, they pale in comparison to the importance of embracing one's emotional intelligence, kindness, and understanding towards others. Ultimately, it implies that the true measure of greatness lies in how we treat and connect with our fellow human beings.

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