Excellence Quote by John Selden
“We measure the excellency of other men by some excellency we conceive to be in ourselves.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Discourses on Law, 1626
People judge others by the standards they hold for themselves.
In simple terms: We measure others by our own standards.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on personal standards before judging.
Themes
ethics
self‑reflection
judgment
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- performance reviews
- peer feedback
- parenting
- leadership training
Key Concepts
mirror principle
self‑evaluation
Questions to Reflect On
- What standards do you project onto others?
- How can you adjust standards to be fair?
A Different Perspective
Self‑standards can be biased or unrealistic.
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