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Man has no greater enemy than himself
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"Man has no greater enemy than himself"

- Petrarch

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This quote by Petrarch talks to the concept that human beings are their own worst enemies. It recommends that the best challenge to our success and happiness is our own habits. We can be our own worst critics, and our own worst opponents. We can be our own worst opponents when it concerns making decisions, as we often make decisions that are not in our benefit. We can also be our own worst enemies when it comes to our relationships, as we can be excessively crucial of ourselves and others. We can be our own worst enemies when it pertains to our health, as we can make unhealthy options that can have long-term repercussions. Eventually, this quote is a suggestion that we need to bear in mind our own habits and aim to make choices that remain in our benefit. We should make every effort to be kind to ourselves and others, and make decisions that will lead to a healthier and happier life.

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Italy Flag This quote is written / told by Petrarch between July 20, 1304 and July 19, 1374. He/she was a famous Poet from Italy. The author also have 21 other quotes.

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