The greatest of faults, I should say, is to be conscious of none.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Being unaware of your own faults is the worst error one can make.
- In plain terms
- Not knowing your flaws is the biggest flaw.
- What can you take from it?
- Self-awareness is essential for improvement.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What faults do you have?
- How do you know your limits?
Another view
Some faults are hidden and hard to see.
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