Conceit Quote by Elizabeth Wordsworth
“Curiously enough, while very small people have a never-failing sense of their own importance, very great ones are often easily disheartened and put out of conceit with themselves.”
About This Quote
Source Quote: Attributed to Elizabeth Wordsworth, 19th century
Small egos overestimate self; great egos are fragile and easily humbled.
In simple terms: Big egos are fragile.
Cultivate humility.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- leadership
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humility affect leadership?
- Why do some people cling to importance?
May overgeneralize personalities.