An inflated consciousness is always egocentric and conscious of nothing but its own existence. It is incapable of learning from the past, incapable of understanding contemporary events, and incapable of drawing right conclusions about the future. It is hypnotized by itself and therefore cannot be argued with. It inevitably dooms itself to calamities that must strike it dead.

Summary

This quote suggests that when one's consciousness is excessively self-centered and lacking awareness of the world outside oneself, they become detached from reality. Such individuals are unable to reflect on past experiences, comprehend current events, or accurately predict the future. Their self-absorption and hypnotic-like fixation on their own existence make any rational discussion or debate impossible. Ultimately, their egocentric mindset leads them down a path of disastrous consequences, resulting in their own downfall.

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