Oscar WildeThe reason we all like to think so well of others is that we are all afraid for ourselves. The basis of optimism is sheer terror.
About This Quote
The idea of optimism is a wonderful one. We all want to believe that we can accomplish great things, and we do so by believing in ourselves. The problem is that our lives are full of failures and defeats, and these failures can easily destroy our positive views of ourselves. We all know that there is a darker side to us as well as a brighter one, but the belief that only the bright side exists holds us back.
Source: The Picture Of Dorian Gray
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