Bashful Quote by William Cowper
“I pity bashful men, who feel the pain Of fancied scorn and undeserved disdain, And bear the marks upon a blushing face, OF needless shame, and self-impos'd disgrace.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Task, 1785
Shameful men suffer from imagined contempt, leading to unnecessary self‑disgrace and emotional pain.
In simple terms: Imagined contempt causes needless shame.
Key Takeaway
Challenge internalized judgments.
Themes
shame
self‑esteem
perception
Mood
introspective
empathetic
Type
poetic
advice
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- dating
- work presentations
Key Concepts
psychology
social anxiety
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your self‑shame?
- How can you reframe perceived scorn?
A Different Perspective
External validation can sometimes be constructive.
