Character Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche
“Our vanity would have just that which we do best count as that which is hardest for us. The origin of many a morality.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Beyond Good and Evil by Friedrich Nietzsche, 1886
Our vanity makes us count our strengths as the hardest challenges, shaping moral judgments.
In simple terms: Vanity skews our view of difficulty.
Key Takeaway
Question how pride influences your values.
Themes
philosophy
ego
morality
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- leadership
- personal development
- education
Key Concepts
vanity
self‑assessment
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What strengths do you hide behind pride?
- How does vanity affect your decisions?
A Different Perspective
Vanity can also motivate achievement, not just distort it.
