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What does it mean?
Simmons modestizes his knowledge, indicating a relative, not absolute, confidence.
In plain terms
I think I know most things, relatively speaking.
What can you take from it?
Confidence should be tempered with humility.

Where it applies

  • public speaking
  • debates
  • self‑assessment

Putting it to work

  • acknowledge limits
  • stay open to new information

Questions to consider

  • When is it safe to claim expertise?
  • How does relativity affect credibility?

Another view

Over‑confidence can lead to misinformation.

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