To be disesteemed by people you don't have much respect for is not the worst fate.
CriticismOpinionPrioritiesPublic opinionRespectSelf worthValue
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Being looked down upon by those you do not value does not constitute a true loss.
- In plain terms
- It does not matter what people you dislike think of you.
- What can you take from it?
- Ignore opinions from people you respect little.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who are you seeking approval from?
- Does their opinion matter?
Another view
Sometimes even disliked people hold useful insights.
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