Cleverest Quote by Fyodor Dostoevsky
“The cleverest of all, in my opinion, is the man who calls himself a fool at least once a month.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Idiot by Fyodor Dostoevsky, 1869
Humility and self‑deprecation foster wisdom; acknowledging one's folly regularly prevents arrogance.
In simple terms: Admit foolishness often.
Practice modesty and self‑reflection.
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When to use this quote
- team meetings
- leadership training
- personal journaling
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is humility harmful?
- How to balance confidence with humility?
Constant self‑criticism can erode confidence.