Quote by William James Mayo

Lord, deliver me from the person who never makes a mistake, and also from the person who makes the same mistake twice.

Lord, deliver me from the person who never makes a mistake,

Summary

This quote highlights the significance of balanced traits in individuals. It acknowledges that perfection is unattainable and is wary of those who pretend to be flawless. On the other hand, it also emphasizes the importance of learning from past mistakes and evolving as individuals. The plea for deliverance from both extremes implies a desire for people who are humble enough to acknowledge their fallibility but wise enough to grow and improve from their experiences.

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Mistakes

By William James Mayo

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