Civility Quote by John Patrick Hickey
““When you know you can do something, and you feel good about yourself, you do not have to devalue others.””
About This Quote
Self‑confidence and self‑esteem reduce the need to diminish others, fostering healthier interpersonal dynamics.
In simple terms: Confidence prevents demeaning others.
Key Takeaway
Self‑esteem curbs negative comparison.
Themes
Self‑confidence
Interpersonal ethics
Psychology
Mood
motivational
reflective
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- Team leadership
- Mentoring
- Personal development workshops
Key Concepts
Self‑determination theory
Practical Applications
- Encourage confidence‑building exercises
- Model respectful communication
Questions to Reflect On
- What practices nurture genuine confidence without arrogance?
- How can we recognize when confidence turns into superiority?
A Different Perspective
Confidence can become arrogance if unchecked, still leading to devaluation.
![“Civility must be a natural thing; all the rest is considered etiquette. The path of moksha [ultimate liberation] means there must be simplicity. There should be no ‘ghosts of etiquette’ there.” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/621/dada-bhagwan-31_civility_civility-must-be-a-natural-thing-all-the_2951334.jpg)
