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The art of hiding your light so others can take credit for finding it.
means The quality of being humble, unassuming, or restrained about one's abilities, achievements, or body.
from From Latin modestus, 'keeping within measure,' built on modus, 'measure' or 'limit' — the same root that gives us 'mode,' 'modify,' and 'moderate.' The idea was literally about staying within proper bounds; modesty was once a sibling of measurement before it became a matter of manners. It entered English in the 16th century by way of French modestie.
- false humility
- Studies link excessive modesty to manipulation, not virtue
- dress codes
- Most modesty laws historically targeted women, not men
- science loser
- Many quiet geniuses watched louder rivals claim their work
- word origin
- From Latin modus, meaning measure or limit
diogenes the cynic — ancient greek philosopher who rejected social conventions and lived in a barrel, refusing alexander the great's offers
fred rogers — mr. rogers' neighborhood creator who wore cardigans and spoke softly, gave away most earnings and rejected fame despite 33 emmy nominations
jackie robinson — first african american in major league baseball (1947) who endured abuse with quiet dignity and refused to retaliate publicly