Alexander Pope Quote - Vices and virtues are of a strange nature, for the more we have, the fewer we think we have.

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Vices and virtues are of a strange nature, for the more we have, the fewer we think we have.

"Vices and virtues are of a strange nature, for the more we have, the fewer we think we have."

— Alexander Pope

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Author: Alexander Pope
Category: Nature
Tags: Nature Reflective Strange Thinking Vice

Meaning of this quote

Self-perception can underestimate both personal faults and virtues.

Key takeaway: Assess yourself with balanced evidence.

Who actually said this?

Attributed author: Alexander Pope

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