Abilities Quote by Anne McCaffrey

“Modesty is an admirable quality, but it shouldn't be confused with insecurity or self-doubt.”

— Sofia Malamas

“False modesty is as bad as false pride. Know exactly what you are capable of at any moment, and act accordingly. Any other path…

— Christie Golden

“I try to be modest at all times, and that's what makes me better than everyone else.”

— Julian Barry

“Modesty is good. But take your credit. You can't always count on other people to offer it.”

— Alex Irvine

“Modesty is one of his endearing qualities.”

— Gareth Huw Davies

“Modesty serves little purpose. Other than to feed one’s insecurities by inviting more praise, that is. I have no need.”

— Nick Stephenson

“Modesty is hard: to try is not to try.”

— The Loud Purr of Asquith

“Modesty is for the weak.”

— Ralph L. Angelo Jr

“But if modesty is interpreted not as diffidence or self-effacingness, but as non-overweening, a realistic assessment of the job to be done and one's…

— Ursula K. Le Guin

“Modesty is an excellent quality, honey. Don't lose that.”

— Will Fetters

“The truth is, it's really only okay to be yourself if that self is within an accepted range of 'normal'.”

— Stacey Kade

Modesty isn't always a virtue; it can be a hindrance; a careful measure of personal pride builds confidence and ensures success.

— Wayne Gerard Trotman