Quote by Alan Alda

It's too bad I'm not as wonderful a person as people say I am, because the world could use a few people like that.

It's too bad I'm not as wonderful a person as people say I a

Summary

This quote reflects on the speaker's self-perception, suggesting that they do not believe they are as amazing as others perceive them to be. Despite acknowledging this, the speaker expresses a sense of longing for individuals who possess exceptional qualities, believing that the world would benefit from having more of them. It reflects a sense of self-doubt and a desire for greater virtuousness.

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By Alan Alda

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