Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

Admiration for a quality or an art can be so strong that it deters us from striving to possess it.

Admiration for a quality or an art can be so strong that it

Summary

This quote suggests that when we admire and appreciate a certain quality or skill, it can sometimes hinder our own efforts to attain it. The intensity of our admiration might make us feel inadequate or intimidate us, causing us to believe that we could never achieve the same level of excellence. As a result, we may feel discouraged and refrain from even attempting to acquire that quality or skill. In this way, our admiration can act as a deterrent, preventing us from pursuing personal growth and improvement in that particular area.

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By Friedrich Nietzsche

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