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Admiration Quote by Samuel Johnson

“As a man advances in life he gets what is better than admiration -judgement to estimate things at their own value.” quote by Samuel Johnson
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“As a man advances in life he gets what is better than admiration -judgement to estimate things at their own value.”

Samuel Johnson

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Idler, 1759

True wisdom is measured not by admiration but by the ability to judge things accurately and assign them proper value.

In simple terms: Real value comes from good judgment, not from being admired.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate honest judgment over seeking praise.

Themes

wisdom judgment value humility

Mood

thoughtful instructive

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • investment choices
  • personal relationships
  • leadership
  • educational assessment

Key Concepts

philosophy ethics self-awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you differentiate between admiration and true insight?
  • What practices improve your evaluative skills?
A Different Perspective

People may confuse confidence with judgment, leading to misvaluation.

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