Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

It is as impossible for a man to be cheated by any one but himself, as for a thing to be and not to be at the same time

It is as impossible for a man to be cheated by any one but h

Summary

This quote suggests that people are ultimately responsible for their own actions and decisions. It implies that individuals cannot be deceived or cheated by external forces unless they allow themselves to be influenced or manipulated. It also posits that self-deception is the primary cause of being misled, drawing a parallel to the idea that something cannot exist and not exist simultaneously. Overall, the quote emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and personal accountability.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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