Character Quote by Christopher Jones
“It is not wrong to strive to be better than a fellow human being. Nor is it wrong to desire to be better or even to feel like oneself is better than a fellow human being. What is wrong is to gloat in one's own virtue. Therefore, gloating in one's own virtue is not virtuous.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Personal development, 2018
Striving to outdo others is fine, but boasting about moral superiority is not virtuous.
In simple terms: Competing is okay; bragging about virtue is not.
Key Takeaway
Avoid pride in moral superiority.
Themes
ethics
humility
competition
Mood
reflective
cautionary
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- workplace performance reviews
- academic achievement
- personal goal setting
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
social comparison
self-improvement
Questions to Reflect On
- When does healthy competition become harmful?
- How can humility be cultivated while pursuing excellence?
A Different Perspective
Excessive pride can damage relationships and credibility.
