Quote by George Eliot

Half of the harm that is done in this world is due to people who want to feel important.

Half of the harm that is done in this world is due to people

Summary

This quote suggests that a significant amount of harm in the world is caused by individuals who seek to assert their importance. It implies that people's desire for recognition and significance can be a driving force behind their actions, leading them to engage in harmful behavior. By prioritizing their own self-importance, these individuals may disregard the well-being and interests of others, perpetuating and perpetrating various forms of harm.

By George Eliot

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