Quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Know thyself? If I knew myself I'd run away

Know thyself? If I knew myself I'd run away

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that self-discovery can be a challenging journey. The phrase "know thyself" implies the importance of understanding one's own thoughts, feelings, and identity. However, the speaker points out that self-awareness can sometimes reveal aspects of ourselves that may be difficult or uncomfortable to confront. The statement "If I knew myself I'd run away" implies that the person might be overwhelmed or scared by what they might discover about themselves, jokingly suggesting a desire to escape from their own self-awareness.

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Self Knowledge

By Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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