To be too knowing is a downfall.

Laura Linney
To be too knowing is a downfall.
To be too knowing is a downfall.
To be too knowing is a downfall.
To be too knowing is a downfall.
About This Quote

To be too knowing is a downfall. This quote is an important one for people who are trying to make their way in life. If you are too knowledgable, you will be known as someone who thinks they are smarter than everyone else. If you are too knowledgable, you may be seen as rude and unapproachable. When we feel the need to prove ourselves, we often forget about the other person and what they want or need.

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