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“A healthy strong ego, with plenty of self-esteem, does not feel itself threatened by every innocent remark.” quote by Maxwell Maltz
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“A healthy strong ego, with plenty of self-esteem, does not feel itself threatened by every innocent remark.”

Maxwell Maltz

About This Quote

Source Book: Psycho-Cybernetics, 1960

A strong, healthy ego with solid self‑esteem isn’t easily shaken by harmless comments.

In simple terms: Confidence protects against minor criticism.

Key Takeaway

Build self‑esteem to stay resilient.

Themes

self‑esteem ego health resilience

Mood

motivational practical

Type

self‑help psychological

When to use this quote

  • workplace
  • social media
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

psychology personal development confidence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance confidence with openness?
  • When should you consider criticism?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence can lead to dismissing constructive feedback.

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