Quote by James P. Hogan

Success is like a fart -- only your own smells nice.

Success is like a fart -- only your own smells nice.

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that people tend to have a biased perspective on success. Just as a person might appreciate the smell of their own fart while others may find it unpleasant, individuals often have a perception that their own achievements and accomplishments are better than those of others. It points out the tendency for egocentrism or a self-centered view when it comes to evaluating success.

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Success & Failure

By James P. Hogan

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