Quote by John Kenneth Galbraith

People who are in a fortunate position always attribute virtue to what makes them so happy.

People who are in a fortunate position always attribute virt

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals who are fortunate and experience happiness often tend to attribute their favorable circumstances to their own virtues or qualities. It implies that people find reasons within themselves to explain why they are in positions of advantage or contentment, overlooking other factors such as luck or external circumstances. This quote alludes to the human tendency to attribute personal merit for one's own success or happiness, disregarding the potential role of external factors beyond one's control.

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Virtue

By John Kenneth Galbraith

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