Attention Quote by Michel de Montaigne
“I listen with attention to the judgement of all men; but so far as I can remember, I have followed none but my own”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Of the Art of Conversation, 1580
One should value personal judgment over others' opinions, trusting one's own experience.
In simple terms: Trust your own judgment.
Listen, but act on your own reasoning.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- making-making
- personal growth
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you heed others' advice?
- How do you balance confidence with humility?
Overreliance on self can ignore valuable external insights.