Quote by George Bernard Shaw

The longer I live the more I see that I am never wrong about anything, and that all the pains that I have so humbly taken to verify my notions have only wasted my time.

The longer I live the more I see that I am never wrong about

Summary

In this quote, the speaker reflects on their growing realization that they are always right about everything. They express a sense of frustration, acknowledging that their efforts to validate their ideas through various means have only been a waste of time. It implies a strong belief in their infallibility and implies a disdain for the necessity of seeking verification or considering alternative perspectives. The quote highlights the speaker's arrogance and their dismissive attitude towards the value of learning from mistakes or embracing humility.

By George Bernard Shaw

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