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“Not to be cheered by praise, not to be grieved by blame, but to know thoroughly ones own virtues or powers are the characteristics of an excellent man.” quote by Anonymous
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“Not to be cheered by praise, not to be grieved by blame, but to know thoroughly ones own virtues or powers are the characteristics of an excellent man.”

Anonymous

About This Quote

An excellent person judges themselves by inner virtues, not by external praise or blame.

In simple terms: Self‑assessment over external validation.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate self‑knowledge.

Themes

self‑awareness virtue humility

Mood

reflective calm

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • leadership
  • conflict resolution
  • education
  • coaching

Key Concepts

philosophy ethics psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you separate inner worth from external feedback?
  • What practices help you recognize your true strengths?
A Different Perspective

External opinions can still influence self‑view.

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