What I need is to believe in myself again- for my faith has been greatly undermined; it seems to me my role is over.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author feels a loss of confidence and questions whether they still have a purpose.
- In plain terms
- He has lost faith in himself and thinks his time to do important work is finished.
- What can you take from it?
- Self-belief is essential to feeling useful.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you rebuild faith in yourself?
- What defines your role in the world?
Another view
Feeling one's role is over does not always mean it is.
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