Blessed are the meek.

I’ve never had a problem with ego. Mine is far too small to have ever impeded my progress, and being the very antithesis of an egotist has always worked in my favour. Humility endears one to others; bragging does not. I have no idea why people like to show off. I have no need to boast. My calibre is evident in my every word and deed.

Were I not so modest, I might even say I am the least egotistical person you could hope to meet. I am not given to excessive conceit. I make a point of never singing my own praises — I leave that to others — and I rarely, if ever, dwell on my considerable academic achievements. As a student, I excelled in all subjects save Home Economics, and that only because I considered cooking and sewing useless to me, since I anticipated having
staff do those menial tasks.

I scarcely ever mention my success in business, despite my underprivileged beginnings, nor do I dwell on my charm, generosity, or kindness to animals and children. Indeed, I don’t believe I have mentioned my triumphant participation in the Mini-Olympics of 1971 more than twice.

I strive to practise empathy, though I may not have quite mastered it. For a person of my edification, it can be challenging to comprehend the workings of the common mind.

I take care not to criticise others unless their stupidity directly affects me — and even then, never to their face. And I most certainly do not have an exaggerated view of my own abilities.

I mean, really — who could exaggerate those?

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Posted in response to Galenkp's Weekend experiences asking ' ' When has your ego gotten in the way of your progression? And has it ever worked in your favour?

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