'I mean, come on, hello! The way I see it, I'm not that big of a prize'.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker downplays their own worth or status.
- In plain terms
- I am not as important as people might think.
- What can you take from it?
- Stay grounded; success doesn't mean you're better than anyone.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle fame or success?
Another view
Self-deprecation can sometimes undermine confidence.
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