William HazlittThe world dread nothing so much as being convinced of their errors.
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The world dread nothing so much as being convinced of their errors. If we make a mistake we fear we will be corrected and become embarrassed. However, as soon as people believe that they are right, then they can close themselves off from any real correction and become proud and proud of their pride.
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