'I've never believed anyone could put more pressure on me than I put on myself. People expect great things from me. I expect great things from myself.'
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About this quote
- What does it mean?
- He believes he pressures himself more than anyone else, expecting greatness from himself as others expect from him.
- In plain terms
- He puts the most pressure on himself, matching external expectations.
- What can you take from it?
- Self‑imposed pressure drives high performance.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does self‑pressure affect your wellbeing?
- When is external pressure beneficial?
Another view
Excessive self‑pressure can lead to burnout.
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