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“A man's own judgment should be the final appeal in all that relates to himself.” quote by Alexander Graham Bell
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“A man's own judgment should be the final appeal in all that relates to himself.”

Alexander Graham Bell

About This Quote

Source Speech: 1876 Patent Lecture, Alexander Graham Bell

One should trust personal judgment above external opinions when matters concern oneself.

In simple terms: Trust your own judgment.

Key Takeaway

Rely on personal judgment.

Themes

self‑reliance individualism decision‑making

Mood

reflective determined

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • career choices
  • ethical dilemmas

Key Concepts

autonomy critical thinking self‑trust

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you differentiate between helpful counsel and undue influence?
  • When should you seek others' opinions?
A Different Perspective

External advice can be biased or uninformed.

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