Quote by Michael Josephson

We judge ourselves by our best intentions and most noble acts but we will be judged by our last worst act.

We judge ourselves by our best intentions and most noble act

Summary

This quote suggests that we often view ourselves in a positive light, focusing on our good intentions and noble actions. However, when others form opinions about us, they are likely to base their judgments on our most recent poor or negative behavior. It highlights the discrepancy between how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us, emphasizing the importance of consistent behavior and ethical choices.

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