Quote by Bernard Bailey

When they discover the center of the universe, a lot of people will be disappointed to discover they are not it.

When they discover the center of the universe, a lot of peop

Summary

This quote suggests that many individuals have an inflated sense of self-importance, believing that they are the most significant or central figure in the grand scheme of things. However, it implies that this perception is flawed because the reality is that no one is the center of the universe. When people eventually come to this realization, they may experience disappointment as their egocentricity is shattered by the humbling truth that they are just one among many.

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By Bernard Bailey

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