'A person wrapped up in himself makes a small package.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Fosdick suggests self-centered people are limited in scope and impact.
- In plain terms
- People who focus only on themselves are small.
- What can you take from it?
- Look beyond yourself to grow.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who do you include in your focus?
- How can you expand your impact?
Another view
Self-care is necessary and not the same as selfishness.
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