Egotism Quote by Henry Home, Lord Kames
“Seldom do we talk of ourselves with success. If I condemn myself, more is believed than is expressed; if I praise myself, much less.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Essays on the Principles of Morality and Literature, 1760
Self‑evaluation is skewed: criticism is easy, praise is rare, leading to distorted self‑perception.
In simple terms: We criticize ourselves more than we praise ourselves.
Key Takeaway
Balance self‑critique with self‑praise.
Themes
self‑assessment
humility
confidence
Mood
introspective
encouraging
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career reviews
- personal journaling
- coaching sessions
Key Concepts
psychology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice fair self‑evaluation?
- What benefits arise from acknowledging your successes?
A Different Perspective
May discourage honest self‑reflection if taken to extremes.
