Advantage Quote by George Bernard Shaw
““It is easy-terribly easy-to shake a man's faith in himself. To take advantage of that to to break a man's spirit is Devil's work.””
About This Quote
Source Play: Man and Superman, 1905
He warns that undermining a man's self‑confidence is a malicious act akin to devilry.
In simple terms: Breaking confidence is a cruel, easy tactic.
Key Takeaway
Protect self‑esteem and others'.
Themes
psychology
ethics
power dynamics
Mood
cautionary
thought‑provoking
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- workplace criticism
- bullying
- political smear campaigns
Key Concepts
confidence
manipulation
moral evil
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you rebuild confidence after sabotage?
- What safeguards prevent confidence attacks?
A Different Perspective
Confidence can be resilient if supported by community.
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