It's my experience that folks who have no vices have generally very few virtues.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Flaws are normal; perfect people often lack depth or virtue.
- In plain terms
- Flaws make people better.
- What can you take from it?
- Imperfection is part of being human.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you too hard on yourself?
- Who is truly perfect?
Another view
Some vices are harmful and not just character quirks.
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