Nobody holds a good opinion of a man who has a low opinion of himself.
Anthony TrollopeRead
Till we can become divine, we must be content to be human, lest in our hurry for change we sink to something lower.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Embrace our humanity while striving for improvement, as rushing for change can lead to regression.
This quote by Anthony Trollope highlights the importance of accepting our human nature and limitations while we aspire for greatness. It serves as a reminder that in our pursuit of change and improvement, we must be cautious not to lose sight of our essence or risk descending into a lesser state of being, suggesting that personal growth should be balanced with humility and self-awareness.
Themes
HumanityChangeSelf-AwarenessGrowthDivinity
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational talk about personal development.
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