We take refuge in pride,
because we are afraid to tell the truth to ourselves.
- Kakuzo Okakura
Talent is God-given; be humble.
Fame is man-given; be thankful.
Conceit is self-given; be careful.
- John Wooden
There is no respect for others without humility in one's self.
- Henri Frederic Amiel
Pride makes us artificial and humility makes us real.
- Thomas Merton
Conceit is God's gift to little men.
- Bruce Barton
Further reading: Humble Yet Confident
Ego versus Self Respect
A Little Help from My Friends
Zero-Based Gratitude
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