Applaud Quote by Charles Caleb Colton
“When millions applaud you seriously ask yourself what harm you have done; and when they disapprove you, what good.”
About This Quote
Source Quote: Miscellanies, Charles Caleb Colton, 1820
Public approval or disapproval should prompt self‑examination of one’s impact, not reliance on external validation.
In simple terms: Question the effect of your actions regardless of applause.
Key Takeaway
Evaluate your influence, not the crowd’s reaction.
Themes
ethics
self‑awareness
social pressure
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- leadership decisions
- social media posts
- political speeches
- community projects
Key Concepts
moral responsibility
public perception
personal integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- What harm might you cause unnoticed?
- How do you stay true amid criticism?
A Different Perspective
Popularity can be unrelated to moral value; context matters.
