Ashamed Quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti
“We all place ourselves at various levels, and we are constantly falling from these heights. It is the falls we are ashamed of. Self-esteem is the cause of our shame, of our fall. It is this self-esteem that must be understood, and not the fall.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Self‑Understanding, 1975
Self‑esteem causes shame about falls; understanding self, not fall, is key.
In simple terms: Self‑esteem leads to shame; understand self.
Key Takeaway
Focus on self‑knowledge over ego.
Themes
psychology
ego
shame
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- therapy
- education
- personal growth
Key Concepts
self‑awareness
identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does self‑esteem affect failure?
- What practices foster true self‑knowledge?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex emotions.
