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Attitude Quote by Paul Valery

“Our judgments judge us, and nothing reveals us, exposes our weaknesses, more ingeniously than the attitude of pronouncing upon our fellows.” quote by Paul Valery
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“Our judgments judge us, and nothing reveals us, exposes our weaknesses, more ingeniously than the attitude of pronouncing upon our fellows.”

Paul Valery

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Art of Thinking, 1913

Our judgments reveal personal biases; judging others exposes our own weaknesses more cleverly than self‑reflection.

In simple terms: Judging others shows our own flaws.

Key Takeaway

Practice humility and self‑awareness before critiquing others.

Themes

psychology self‑knowledge criticism

Mood

reflective introspective

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

  • interpersonal conflict
  • personal growth
  • leadership

Key Concepts

cognitive bias self‑perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • What hidden biases surface when you judge others?
  • How can you turn judgment into self‑improvement?
A Different Perspective

Self‑judgment can also blind us to truths.

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