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February 19, 2014

Humility is Bullsh*t.

S is for Superman

“Why fit in when you were born to stand out?” ~ Dr. Seuss

It’s time we redefine Society’s notion of Humility.

True Humility is Genuineness.

“If I tell you I’m good, you would probably think I’m boasting. If I tell you I’m no good, you know I’m lying.” ~ Bruce Lee

The popular notion of humility—be quiet, walk around with eyes down, put off compliments…is bullshit. True humility is, perhaps, more fundamental: not taking oneself seriously.

Don’t be small. Be real. Don’t take yourself seriously. Don’t overestimate yourself, but don’t underestimate yourself, either.

Be you. Unless you can be Superman:

Read Marianne’s quote, here (she’s on the show March 7: tune in youtube.com/waylonhlewis)

Quote of the Day: Our Deepest Fear.

Will Butler:

Daniel Epstein:

Watch: One Take with Waylon Lewis & Mr. Unreasonable, Daniel Epstein. #walkthetalk

waylon

 

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