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Coveting Quote by Jeffrey R. Holland

“Coveting, pouting, or tearing others down does not elevate your standing, nor does demeaning someone else improve your self-image.” quote by Jeffrey R. Holland
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“Coveting, pouting, or tearing others down does not elevate your standing, nor does demeaning someone else improve your self-image.”

Jeffrey R. Holland

About This Quote

Source Sermon: The Miracle of Forgiveness, 2005

Belittling others does not raise your status or improve your self‑esteem; true respect comes from uplifting yourself.

In simple terms: Putting others down doesn’t help you.

Key Takeaway

Focus on self‑improvement, not demeaning others.

Themes

respect self‑esteem humility

Mood

reflective serious

Type

moral advice

When to use this quote

  • workplace
  • social media
  • family gatherings
  • school

Key Concepts

psychology social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you measure personal worth?
  • What habits build genuine confidence?
A Different Perspective

Self‑criticism can undermine the message.

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