Bother Quote by Epictetus
“If anyone should tell you that a particular person has spoken critically of you, don't bother with excuses or defenses. Just smile and reply, "I guess that person doesn't know about all my other faults. Otherwise, he wouldn't have mentioned only these."”
About This Quote
Source Discourses: Enchiridion, 1st century AD
When criticized, respond with humor and self‑acceptance, highlighting that others only see a fragment of your flaws.
In simple terms: Accept criticism with humor.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility.
Themes
resilience
humor
self‑awareness
Mood
calm
confident
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- workplace feedback
- social media criticism
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
Stoicism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this response reveal about your self‑esteem?
- How can you turn criticism into growth?
A Different Perspective
Humor may not suit all contexts.
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