Confidence should be tempered by humility from "summary" of Perfectly Confident by Don A. Moore
Confidence is a powerful trait that can help us achieve our goals and overcome obstacles. It gives us the courage to take risks, make decisions, and pursue success. However, unchecked confidence can sometimes lead to overconfidence, arrogance, and a lack of self-awareness. Humility serves as a counterbalance to confidence. It allows us to acknowledge our limitations, recognize our mistakes, and learn from our failures. When we approach challenges with humility, we are more open to feedback, more willing to seek help, and more likely to consider alternative perspectives. Tempering confidence with humility does not mean diminishing our self-belief or downplaying our abilities. It simply means recognizing that we are not infallible, that we can benefit from the insights of others, and that we still have room to grow and improve. By combining confidence with humility, we can strike a balance that enables us to make better decisions, build stronger relationships, and achieve greater success. This balance allows us to harness the power of confidence while remaining grounded and self-aware. Ultimately, the key to being perfectly confident lies in finding the right equilibrium between confidence and humility. It is about knowing when to trust our instincts and when to seek guidance, when to take charge and when to step back, and when to assert ourselves and when to listen. In this way, we can cultivate a healthy sense of confidence that is both empowering and humbling, allowing us to navigate life's challenges with courage, grace, and wisdom.
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