If we get our self-esteem from superficial places, from our popularity, appearance, business success, financial situation, health, any of these, we will be disappointed, because no one can guarantee that we'll have them tomorrow.

Summary

This quote highlights the dangers of deriving self-esteem from superficial aspects of life, such as popularity, appearance, success, or wealth. It emphasizes that relying solely on these external factors for our sense of self-worth is precarious and bound to lead to disappointment. The quote suggests that true self-esteem should come from something more intrinsic and enduring, as external circumstances can change unexpectedly, making these sources of validation unpredictable and unreliable in the long run.

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