'There is none like to me !' says the Cub in the pride of his earliest kill; But the jungle is large and the Cub he is small. Let him think and be still.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Youthful arrogance should be tempered by the awareness of one's smallness and ignorance.
- In plain terms
- Don't brag when you are young and inexperienced.
- What can you take from it?
- Humility helps you grow.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle success?
- What do you still need to learn?
Another view
Youthful confidence can also be necessary for growth.
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