Quote by Charles M. Schwab

A man who trims himself to suit everybody will soon whittle himself away.

A man who trims himself to suit everybody will soon whittle

Summary

This quote implies that if a person constantly tries to please others and conform to everyone's expectations, they will eventually lose their true identity and individuality. By constantly adapting and changing themselves to fit into different molds, they are in essence erasing their own authentic self. This highlights the importance of staying true to oneself and not allowing the opinions and preferences of others to define who we are.

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By Charles M. Schwab

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