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“It is part of a poor spirit to undervalue himself and blush.” quote by George Herbert
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“It is part of a poor spirit to undervalue himself and blush.”

George Herbert

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Temple, 1633

Believing oneself inferior leads to shame and self‑devaluation.

In simple terms: Low self‑esteem causes embarrassment.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate self‑respect.

Themes

self‑esteem humility psychology

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • therapy
  • public speaking
  • relationship building

Key Concepts

self‑worth shame inner dialogue

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice self‑compassion?
  • What habits reinforce negative self‑image?
A Different Perspective

Self‑valuation alone cannot fix external judgments.

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