Scott Kaufman

Oct 15, 2024 | psychologytoday.com | Scott Kaufman

Source: CSA-Images / Getty Images“It is my ambition to say in ten sentences what others say in a whole book.” ~ NietzscheSocial etiquette generally decries the arrogant in favor of the humble. But we also don’t like liars; we like people who tell the truth about themselves. So what if it’s true that you have high ambitions— should you hide them? So what if you are proud of your successes— should you keep that pride to yourself?

Oct 7, 2024 | beautifulminds-newsletter.com | Scott Kaufman

“It is my ambition to say in ten sentences what others say in a whole book.” NietzscheIs this quote egotistical? Why or why not? Let’s really think this through. I am aware that social etiquette generally decries the arrogant in favor of the humble. But we also don’t like liars; we like people who tell the truth about themselves. So what if it’s true that you have high ambitions— should you hide them? So what if you are proud of your successes— should you keep that pride to yourself?

May 24, 2024 | creativitypost.com | Joanne Foster |Dona Matthews |Scott Kaufman |Scott Peters

Parents often think that intelligent kids learn quickly, with very few errors and little or no difficulty. Many parents feel that speed and ease are, in fact, proof of being smart. And, most parents praise their children for these attributes. For example, they might say something like this: “Julie, you’re a math whiz. You never even make a mistake!” “Sammy, you learn things SO fast! You’re a superstar!” These parents are proud of their children’s abilities.