Quote by David Merrick

It's not enough that I should succeed -- others should fail.

It's not enough that I should succeed -- others should fail.

Summary

This quote expresses a mindset of not only desiring personal success but also deriving satisfaction from the failure of others. It reflects a competitive and selfish perspective of measuring oneself based on the shortcomings of others. It suggests a lack of empathy, emphasizing a self-centered approach to success rather than focusing on personal growth, collaboration, or mutual achievement.

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Success & Failure

By David Merrick

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