"الفضيلة أشد إثارة للخوف من الرذيلة لأن تجاوزاتها لا تخضع لتنظيم الضمير"
— Adam Smith
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When people try to be good, they can sometimes take it too far and cause harm without realizing it. This is because they believe they are doing the right thing and their conscience doesn't stop them. Imagine a person who always tells the truth, no matter what. While honesty is good, being too blunt can hurt others' feelings. They might reveal a secret or give harsh feedback, thinking they are helping, but instead they cause pain. This shows that even good intentions need to be balanced. Always consider how your actions affect others, even if you think you're doing the right thing.
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