Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

Self-love is the greatest of all flatterers.

Self-love is the greatest of all flatterers.

Summary

This quote suggests that having too much self-love can be misleading and deceptive. When individuals are overly self-absorbed and feel excessively fond of themselves, they may unwillingly indulge in self-flattery by exaggerating their own importance and abilities. This excessive self-praise can impair their judgement and prevent them from seeing their flaws and shortcomings objectively. The quote warns that an excessive ego can ultimately deceive individuals into believing they are superior, in a way that hinders personal growth and authentic self-reflection.

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Flattery

By Francois de La Rochefoucauld

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