Quote by Robert Shea

It often happens that when a person possesses a particular ability to an extraordinary degree, nature makes up for it by leaving him or her incompetent in every other department.

It often happens that when a person possesses a particular a

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This quote suggests that when someone possesses an exceptional talent or skill, it is common for other areas of their life or abilities to be lacking. It implies that nature has a way of balancing out individual strengths and weaknesses, highlighting that being exceptionally proficient in one area often comes at the expense of competence in other aspects. In essence, it emphasizes the trade-offs and limitations that can be found in human capabilities.

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