Quote by Sydney J. Harris

Ninety per cent of the world's woe comes from people not knowing themselves, their abilities, their frailties, and even their real virtues. Most of us go almost all the way through life as complete strangers to ourselves -- so how can we know anyone else?

Ninety per cent of the world's woe comes from people not kno

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This quote suggests that a significant portion of the world's suffering arises from individuals lacking self-awareness. When people are unaware of their strengths, weaknesses, and true virtues, they struggle to understand themselves fully. Consequently, they remain strangers to themselves throughout their lives, making it difficult for them to truly comprehend and connect with others. By implying that self-discovery is essential for knowing others, the quote emphasizes the significance of self-knowledge in fostering compassionate and understanding relationships.

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