Quote by W. S. Gilbert

You have no idea what a poor opinion I have of myself; and how little I deserve it.

You have no idea what a poor opinion I have of myself; and h

Summary

This quote conveys a sense of self-doubt and low self-esteem. It suggests that the speaker undervalues themselves and believes they are unworthy. Despite others potentially seeing them in a positive light, the speaker emphasizes their own negative self-perception. This statement highlights the gap between how the individual views themselves and how they believe they ought to be valued or perceived.

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Inferiority

By W. S. Gilbert

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