Loyalty means nothing unless it has at its heart the absolute principle of self-sacrifice.
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All the extraordinary men I have ever known were chiefly extraordinary in their own estimation.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Extraordinary people often perceive themselves as such, which fuels their achievements.
This quote by Woodrow Wilson emphasizes that the perception of greatness often begins within. It suggests that extraordinary individuals tend to excel not necessarily because of their external accomplishments but because of the strong belief they have in their own abilities and potential. This self-esteem and confidence can drive them to achieve remarkable things, illustrating the power of self-perception in shaping one's reality.
Themes
ExtraordinarySelf-EsteemPerceptionConfidenceAchievement
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to students about believing in themselves.
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