Quote by Jetta Carleton

Yet none of these things gave him confidence. All they gave him was egotism, which is less the conviction of one's worth than the desire for that conviction.

Yet none of these things gave him confidence. All they gave

Summary

This quote implies that despite possessing external accomplishments or qualities, the person lacks genuine self-assurance. The things they possess, such as achievements or traits, only fuel their ego rather than cultivating true confidence. The quote further suggests that ego stems from a longing for validation, rather than a true belief in one's own value and self-worth.

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Inspirational Confidence Egotism Conviction

By Jetta Carleton

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