I may have done some other things as good but I am sure none better. I haven't matured, progressed, grown, become deeper, wiser, or funnier. But then, I never thought I would.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Cook claims he has not matured or grown wiser but accepts this as consistent with his expectations.
- In plain terms
- He admits he has not grown better or wiser over time.
- What can you take from it?
- Accepting oneself without growth can be a form of self-acceptance.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Have you changed much over the years?
- Is stagnation always bad?
Another view
Claiming no growth might ignore subtle changes in perspective.
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