Good sense is, of all things among men, the most equally…
“Good sense is, of all things among men, the most equally distributed; for every one thinks himself so abundantly provided with it, that those even who are the most difficult to satisfy in everything else, do not usually desire a larger measure of this quality than they already possess.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Reason is unevenly distributed; people overestimate their own intellect, leading to modest desires for more.
In simple terms: People think they have enough reason.
Key Takeaway
Recognize limits of your reasoning.
Themes
reason
humility
selfawareness
Mood
analytical
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
critical.
When to use this quote
- education
- decision making
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you assume you have sufficient reasoning?
- How can you balance reason with humility?
A Different Perspective
Reason alone cannot solve all problems; emotions matter.