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Balance-in-life Quote by Shaikh Mahmud bin Ilyas

“We seldom know what we truly deserve, lost between underestimating and overestimating ourselves.” quote by Shaikh Mahmud bin Ilyas
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““We seldom know what we truly deserve, lost between underestimating and overestimating ourselves.””

Shaikh Mahmud bin Ilyas

About This Quote

Self‑esteem fluctuates between undervaluing and overvaluing our worth.

In simple terms: We misjudge our true value.

Key Takeaway

Seek balanced self‑assessment.

Themes

self‑worth confidence humility

Mood

reflective balanced

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career advancement
  • relationships
  • mental health
  • goal setting

Key Concepts

psychology self‑perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • What evidence grounds your self‑valuation?
  • How can you maintain humility?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence can lead to reckless decisions.

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