Every man Quote by Marcus Aurelius
““I have often wondered how it is that every man loves himself more than all the rest of men, but yet sets less value on his own opinion of himself than on the opinion of others. If then a god or a wise teacher should present himself to a man and bid him to think of nothing and to design nothing which he would not express as soon as he conceived it, he could not endure it even for a single day. So much more respect have we to what our neighbours shall think of us than to what we shall think of ourselves.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Meditations, Marcus Aurelius, c. 180 AD
People often value others' judgments over their own self‑assessment, leading to self‑doubt and conformity.
In simple terms: We trust others' opinions more than our own.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner confidence and independent thinking.
Themes
self‑esteem
social influence
philosophy
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- making decisions
- personal growth
- leadership
- peer pressure
Key Concepts
Stoicism
self‑perception
conformity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance external feedback with inner conviction?
- What steps can you take to trust your own judgment?
A Different Perspective
Self‑validation can be fragile and may conflict with societal norms.
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