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We succeed in enterprises which demand the positive qualities we possess, but we excel in those which can also make use
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"We succeed in enterprises which demand the positive qualities we possess, but we excel in those which can also make use of our defects"

- Alexis de Tocqueville

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This quote by Alexis de Tocqueville speaks with the idea that we are all capable of attaining success in endeavors that require the favorable qualities we have. Nevertheless, it also recommends that we can accomplishing even higher success when we have the ability to utilize our flaws in an efficient manner. This suggests that our weaknesses can be turned into strengths, and that we must not hesitate to utilize them to our advantage. It also suggests that we need to not hesitate to take dangers and try brand-new things, even if we are not sure of the outcome. By welcoming our weak points and utilizing them to our advantage, we can attain greater success than we ever thought possible. Eventually, this quote motivates us to be confident in our capabilities and to utilize our weaknesses to our benefit.

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France Flag This quote is written / told by Alexis de Tocqueville between July 29, 1805 and April 16, 1859. He/she was a famous Historian from France. The author also have 37 other quotes.

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