Know that the wicked quality of self-conceit emerges from self-love.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Self‑conceit stems from self‑love.
- In plain terms
- Arrogance grows out of excessive self‑esteem.
- What can you take from it?
- Check ego to avoid conceit.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When does self‑love become conceit?
- How can you balance confidence and humility?
Another view
Self‑love can also be healthy and necessary.
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