The two commonest mistakes in judgement ... are, the…
“The two commonest mistakes in judgement ... are, the confounding of shyness with arrogance - a very common mistake indeed - and the not understanding that an obstinate nature exists in a perpetual struggle with itself.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
People often mistake shyness for arrogance and fail to see that stubbornness is a self‑conflict.
In simple terms: Misreading shyness and stubbornness leads to poor judgment.
Recognize true traits before judging.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- teamwork
- leadership
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate shyness from arrogance?
- What inner conflicts drive stubbornness?
People may still misinterpret signals despite awareness.