Ego Quote by Marianne Moore
“Egotism is usually subversive of sagacity.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Fish”, 1921
Egotism often clouds wise judgment, leading to poor decisions.
In simple terms: Egotism hinders wisdom.
Key Takeaway
Check humility before acting.
Themes
ego
wisdom
self‑awareness
Mood
introspective
critical
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- leadership meetings
- personal relationships
- decision making
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you let ego override good sense?
- What strategies curb self‑importance?
A Different Perspective
Self‑importance can be hard to detect in oneself.
