Summary
This quote implies that it can be immensely challenging to deal with a person who consistently sets a high standard or serves as a positive role model. It suggests that witnessing someone consistently doing the "right" thing can be frustrating or demanding as it sets a benchmark for others to follow. The quote implies that it is easier for individuals to justify or accept their own subpar behavior in the presence of someone who consistently sets a good example.
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By Mark Twain