Quote by Gilbert K. Chesterton

Some men never feel small, but these are the few men who are.

Some men never feel small, but these are the few men who are

Summary

The quote suggests that individuals who are constantly trying to assert their dominance or put others down are often the ones who feel the most insecure and insignificant deep inside. Despite their efforts to appear strong and confident, they are actually the opposite. Thus, it implies that truly confident individuals do not feel the need to make others feel small to boost their own ego because they are content with themselves and do not derive their self-worth from putting others down.

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By Gilbert K. Chesterton

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