Bad mother Quote by Benjamin Disraeli
“I think that an author who speaks about his own books is almost as bad as a mother who talks about her own children.”
About This Quote
Self‑promotion about one's own creations is akin to bragging about one's children.
In simple terms: Talking about own work is like boasting about kids.
Key Takeaway
Avoid self‑praise.
Themes
humility
self‑promotion
authorship
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
advisory
critical
When to use this quote
- author interviews
- marketing
- social media
- networking
Key Concepts
ego
public perception
Questions to Reflect On
- When is self‑promotion appropriate?
- How to let work speak for itself?
A Different Perspective
Self‑reference can seem narcissistic.
