Quote by Miguel de Cervantes

Make it thy business to know thyself, which is the most difficult lesson in the world. Yet from this lesson thou will learn to avoid the frog's foolish ambition of swelling to rival the bigness of the ox.

Make it thy business to know thyself, which is the most diff

Summary

This quote advises individuals to prioritize self-reflection and self-awareness as a vital and challenging task. By truly understanding oneself, one can avoid falling into the trap of futilely striving to match the achievements or qualities of others that are unfitting to their own nature. It highlights the importance of embracing one's own strengths and limitations instead of chasing unwarranted ambitions that may lead to unhappiness or failure.

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