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It is very easy to overestimate the importance of our own achievements in comparison with what we owe others
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"It is very easy to overestimate the importance of our own achievements in comparison with what we owe others"

- Dietrich Bonhoeffer

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In this quote, Dietrich Bonhoeffer is advising us to not become too taken in with our own accomplishments and to recognize the contributions of others. It is human nature to take pride in our achievements and to focus on our own success, however Bonhoeffer warns against overestimating their importance. He recommends that we must rather acknowledge the function that others have actually played in our accomplishments and be grateful for their assistance and support. This quote works as a pointer to remain humble and to acknowledge the interconnectedness of our lives with those around us. It encourages us to be grateful and to provide credit where credit is due.

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Dietrich Bonhoeffer This quote is written / told by Dietrich Bonhoeffer between February 4, 1906 and April 9, 1945. He was a famous Theologian from Germany. The author also have 15 other quotes.

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