Quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

To accept good advice is but to increase one's own ability

To accept good advice is but to increase one's own ability

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of being open to receiving advice and guidance from others. By accepting good advice, it suggests that one can enhance their skills and capabilities. Rather than seeing it as a sign of weakness, accepting advice is seen as a way to grow and improve. It emphasizes the idea that truly successful individuals are not only those who possess knowledge, but also those who are willing to listen and learn from others' experiences and expertise.

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By Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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