About Quote by Aimee Mullins
“I was once told that I had become too confident and that it made me less likeable. Many successful people will get this at some point, because the people who haven't followed a similar path can be threatened by someone who has and is unabashed about it.”
About This Quote
Source Talk: TEDx Talk by Aimee Mullins, 2015
Overconfidence can alienate others; humility balances confidence and likability.
In simple terms: Confidence may reduce likability.
Key Takeaway
Practice humility alongside confidence.
Themes
confidence
social dynamics
humility
Mood
thoughtful
balanced
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- teamwork
- leadership
- networking
Key Concepts
social psychology
self‑perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you gauge when confidence becomes overconfidence?
- What strategies foster humility in success?
A Different Perspective
Too much confidence can hinder collaboration.
