A Daily Reminder About Humility with Mapiful & Link Up On the Edge #250
I have been struggling recently with self confidence and humility. I have long held onto the belief that confidence and humility are in direct opposition with one another. And rather than being perceived as a proud or overly confident individual, I would much prefer to be viewed as humble. As a result of my misperception, my self confidence sunk to a level of complete and total self deprecation in an effort to become a perfect example of humility.
Up until about 6 weeks ago, I held very firmly to this belief that it was impossible to have both confidence and humility at the same time. Then I received my daily email from Inspiring Quotes. I don’t even recall when I signed up for a daily dose of inspiring quotes, but I get an email every day which I love because I love quotes. Most of the time, I read the quote, think on it for a moment, and then delete the email. But every once in a while, the quote hits me like a swift kick to the soul. This is exactly what happened to me when I opened my emails on the morning of May 18, 2021, when I was greeted with this quote,
“Humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less.”
Rick Warren
Have you ever had one of those lightbulb moments, an epiphany of the most life changing sort, that literally shifts your entire worldview? That is exactly what happened when I first read this quote. It was like the million negative things that I have repeated to myself over the course of my lifetime suddenly went silent. Wait? What? Could one little sentence constructed from 13 very typical every day words used frequently in the English language really change one’s entire worldview in the blink of an eye?
The answer is yes. Yes, it most definitely can. A purposeful construction of words that is meant to make you view the world differently really can have the exact effect. And when I find words that do that for me, I want to memorialize them in some way so that I always have the reminder lest I forget again that humility and confidence absolutely can work together harmoniously within one individual.
When Mapiful reached out to me to share one of their new Line Art prints, I was ready to go with this powerful quote in mind. The line art prints are all 100% customizable with a variety of soothing line art illustrations to choose from for the background image. You can also choose the size of your poster, the orientation (portrait or landscape), the color palette, and the text and font size. Designing your own Mapiful Line Art Poster is really simple and allows you to create the most meaningful print for your purposes. They also make wonderful gifts.
I already have two different Mapiful prints in my possession and I really love the personal touch these beautiful pieces add to my home decor. I have a Zodiac Print which you can see here as well as a Street Map Poster which you can see here. I am thrilled to add my new Line Art poster to my growing collection. I ordered a poster hanger with this particular print which I actually like a lot more than a framed print. It is super easy to assemble and hang and much easier to photograph without the glare coming from the glass of a framed print.
I am so happy to have my new Line Art poster with this important daily reminder to myself about humility. I have hung it on the wall outside of my cloffice so that I can see every day before I sit down to start my work, you know, in case I forget again that confidence and humility are not opposing characteristics.
If you have a quote or some other meaningful words that carry you through the days, why not have it printed in the form of a really cool piece of wall art for your home. Mapiful is currently offering my readers 15% off your purchase of 2 or more items. Use code LINEART15 at checkout to receive your discount. I am a Mapiful affiliate so if you purchase through my link, I will earn a small commission with no extra cost to you.
Do you have a favorite quote that has changed your view of the world or one that simply inspires you to be better a human? Do you have it somewhere visible in your home as a daily reminder?
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Shelbee
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52 Comments
Kellyann Rohr
I’ve thought the same thing too – and always prefer to be humble. I grew up thinking it was rude to be over confident and felt like it meant I was conceited. Learning the difference in recent years. Love this phrase by Rick Warren!
xo,
Kellyann
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Oh wow, Kellyann, that is very comforting for me to know that I am not the only one who got stuck on the meanings of these words. I got into a really bad spot this past year with it though where my attempts to be forever humble turned into some pretty terrible self talk. Sometimes we just need a new perspective, a shift in words, to show us how wrong we might be. That’s why I love these little quote reminders! Have a fabulous weekend, my friend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Kathrine Eldridge
Humility is my word of the year so this quote and poster resonated with me. Humility is a tough thing to keep in check but I keep trying. Thanks so much for sharing this wall hanging and for the link up Shelbee!
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Kathrine, thanks so much for sharing your thoughts on humility. I honestly don’t struggle too much with the humility part, it is keeping the confidence part where it should be that trips me up! I hope you have a wonderful weekend.
xoxo
Shelbee
mireille
What a beautiful quote to hang up! I still need to reach out to mapiful (still have that email of yours from earlier this year in my inbox. I definitely struggle with humility..
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Thanks, Mireille! I am finding many more people are saying that they struggle with humility and I am over here struggling with the confidence bit! Haha. You definitely should reach out to Mapiful. I am loving all the unique wall art that I have picked up from them! Have a fabulous weekend, my friend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Nancy
I don’t come at the word humility a lot. What does it mean to me, it says negetavity to me actually. Perhaps I should think a bit more about it.
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Nancy, thanks for sharing your thoughts on the word! I can absolutely see how humility could carry a negative connotation. If I am viewing confidence as a negative in contrast to humility, I can totally understand how humility would have a negative meaning in contrast to confidence. And you, my friend, have very much confidence and I aspire to be more like you! Have a fabulous weekend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Jennifer
That is such a good reminder and something that I always forget. I will need to save that quote on my phone as a daily reminder.
Jennifer
Curated By Jennifer
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Thank you, Jennifer. It really is a good reminder to have on hand! It has definitely helped to improve my self confidence, too. Have a great weekend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Jill
What a powerful quote! It’s so true when you stop to think about it! Love your line art!
Jill – Doused in Pink
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Thanks so much, Jill! I do love when words carry that kind of power! I hope you have a wonderful weekend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Amy Johnson
Thanks for picking my fashion post! That is so exciting and I really appreciate it. I am not a fan of Rick Warren, but I do like that quote. That’s great you could get it printed it out like that. I also love that flip flop wreath. What a great idea.
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Thanks so much, Amy! It was my pleasure to feature your post. I love all the outfits you created with that fun skirt! I have to be honest, I didn’t even bother to research who Rick Warren is! I just really liked the quote as it hit me where I apparently needed hitting! After reading a bit on Wikipedia about him, I can’t even form an opinion because it doesn’t share much. I guess I would actually have to read some of his writings first. I hope you have a fabulous weekend, my friend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Pamela
Initially difficult to imagine the two words colliding – but yes it works! Humble is a little used word nowadays – rendolent of Charles Dickens – but personal confidence negates the necessity to overthink and complicate oneself. Deep thinking for a Friday from an attractive piece of decor! Thank you Shelbee.
Pamela
http://www.style-yourself-confident.com
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Thanks, Pamela! Has our society lost the ability to be humble? I have focused on humility for all of my adult life and most of my younger years as well. I agree that a healthy level of confidence can minimize the over thinking. But what would I do if my mind was not constantly overthinking things?! LOL Have a great weekend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Deborah Stinedurf
Ahhh, my friend…you know how much I love a good quote & that I’m in absolute agreement with you in regard to how powerful they can be. I love the poster & the quote that you chose. It’s so important (in my opinion) to have words that really resonate with you in a very visible place as a constant reminder. A few months ago I had the same experience with an F. Scott Fitzgerald quote that my son had framed & hanging in his apartment. I now have the same quote hanging in my house so that I see it every single day. xo
Debbie
http://www.yourstyledstory.com
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Thanks so much, Debbie! I have always thrived on inspiring quotes! I used to make little posters on construction paper when I was a kid to hang them all around my room…you know before we had access to computers and printers and such! I would love to know the F. Scott Fitzgerald quote that gave you a similar type of awakening! Do share. Please!
xoxo
Shelbee
jess
Love that quote and as artwork for your home. I may have to write that down! I have always thought of humility as someone that doesnt need to brag, that is confident in one’s self, but yet , does not have an air of superiority.
Anyhoo- te line art looks great!
Have a great weekend!
jess xx
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Thanks so much, Jess! I love that you viewed the word humility as incorporating self confidence right into the definition. I wish I had seen it that way before. I could have saved myself a whole lot of feeling down! Haha. But here I am now, feeling more confident and more humble than ever. So it all worked out! Have a fabulous weekend, my friend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Lucy Bertoldi
Wow- I love this quote! It really does come down to this- so important especially these days I find. It’s gonna be my new motto!
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Thanks so much, Lucy! I am really glad that the words have impacted others in a positive way as well! I hope you have an amazing weekend, my friend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Di
Thanks for sharing Mapiful and this lovely, thought provoking quote. I think of confidence and humility as traits to strive to balance. Hope you have a great weekend!
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Thank you, Di! I agree that we have to find that perfect balance between confidence and humility. I just got stuck for so long in the imbalance where humility was completely killing my confidence. It is nice to find the balance again! I hope you have a fabulous weekend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Tamar Strauss-Benjamin
That is such a great quote!!
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Thanks, Tamar! Have a great weekend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Gail
Great idea to have a favourite quote on the wall. I often see quotes I like but I can never remember them, except for daft sayings like “the night is long and full of terrors” (Game of Thrones).
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Thanks, Gail! When I read a quote that really strikes me, I will write it on a sticky note and put it on the wall in my cloffice. I just chuckled at your GOT quote! At this point in my life, the night is too short and not full enough of sleep!
xoxo
Shelbee
Rena
Shelbee,
That is a powerful quote and I can fully understand how strong it’s impact must have been when you first read it. I felt it too. Thanks for sharing.
Rena
http://www.finewhateverblog.com
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Thanks so much, Rena! When I first shared it with Jeff after I had my little epiphany, the quote literally had zero impact on him and I was like WTF! How can this not change your life? But then I realized that certain things have much more powerful meaning to some than they do others. Then he shared a quote with me that really inspired him and it had zero impact on me! Anyway, it was nice to read that you felt the power of the words as well. I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Sheila (of Ephemera)
That’s awesome that just a simple saying caused that internal shift, Shelbee! My mantra for pulling back (I have the tendency to want to really overshare) is, “It’s not about you.” Nothing wrong with being confident, but i think many people conflate that with bragging or being pushy. Being humble is believing in yourself but being able to focus on others. It’s not about me!
Thanks for the continued link-party! I’ve added my interview with Lucy. 🙂 Have a great weekend, my dear!
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Sheila, thanks so much for sharing your thoughts on the topic! I can be an over-sharer as well and find that I will silently remind myself that it’s not about me in certain situations. If I am in a group setting and no one else is carrying the conversation, that is when I feel like I have to step in and do something. And if the conversation isn’t flowing, you do end up oversharing about yourself in an effort to make others more comfortable and ready to open up. But I do often feel like it is braggy to share too much about myself so I try to sort of blend into the background in a group setting. Self confidence is a very good and admirable trait. But I guess we really do need to be aware so we don’t cross the line into the realm of ugly conceit. We are all in this together so it really never is just about us! I listened to your interview with Lucy yesterday and I really enjoyed it! So much fun!
xoxo
Shelbee
Lauren Renee Sparks
I love that quote. And I also get those daily emails and can’t remember signing up for them!
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Thanks, Lauren! I just laughed out loud that you get the same emails! I always end up on mailing lists like this and I spend months trying to unsubscribe from them. But I do like the inspiring quote of the day emails so I kept that one. I suppose it was serendipitous that someone added me to that email list. Have a wonderful weekend, my friend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Laura Bambrick
That is such an interesting thought you brought up. I would have agreed with you at first thinking they are in opposition to each other. Thanks for sharing this wonderful quote!
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Laura, thanks so much! I really did carry that misperception of these two ideas for my entire life. It was very eye opening when I realized that you can be both confident and humble simultaneously. I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Michelle
Aren’t epiphanies awesome? I haven’t had one in awhile. It’s a good quote. While I don’t think I’ve confused self-confidence as being in conflict with humility, I’m not sure I could have explained it with such clarity.
Michelle
https://mybijoulifeonline.com
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I do love a good epiphany, Michelle! It really shifts your direction in life even if it is in the slightest of ways. And once something comes at you with that much clarity, it really does stick forever! I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Claire
Happy Saturday. Great quote, love a good quote 🙂 I love the flip-flop wreath idea.
Thanks so much for linking up to The Weekend Link Up and hosting the link-up.
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Thanks so much, Claire! I hope you are having a wonderful weekend, my friend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Pam Ecrement
Great topic and one I can identify with having to learn as well. I was raised in a home where I was told all the time not to think highly of myself and as a result it wasn’t until well into adulthod that I realized the toll it took on my lack of self-confidence or belief I could accomplish anything at all. Rick Warren’s quote it spot on. I think we can be pulled to that error of thinking that we both have experienced or the opposite end of the spectrum that results in something beyond self-confidence and goes to egotistical narcissism. Good words, Shelbee!
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Thanks so much, Pam! The feedback and commentary on this topic are very interesting. Some have struggled with this balance and misperception between confidence and humility. Others have focused on the struggle about staying humble. And some others have not experienced any of this struggle at all. But there is definitely a delicate line between self confidence and arrogance and we must be careful not to stumble too far off that line in either direction. I really appreciate you sharing your experience with this balance as well. I hope you are having a wonderful weekend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Jacqui Berry
What a nice piece of art Shelbee, and what a perfect quote for you. Have a super week Hunny. Jacqui x
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Thanks so much, Jacqui! I am really happy with it. I hope you are enjoying the weekend, my friend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Mica
That is a nice quote and it’s great you could get the print! I hope that over time it unfurls a bit more so it doesn’t look so curled up – it’s a very nice print!
Hope that you are having a good weekend 🙂 Another cold one here, but it has stopped raining!
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Thanks so much, Mica! I really like the print, too. I think it should flatten out a bit after it hangs for a while. If it doesn’t, I don’t really know how to fix it! Stay warm, my friend! We are in a heat wave here with lots of raining coming soon as well.
xoxo
Shelbee
Patrick Weseman
Such a cool print. I try to be humble all the time. I have a saying that I heard and that is “I am very confident in what I know but even more more confident in what I don’t know.” To me, that says it all.
Thanks for hosting and I hope that your weekend was good.
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Thanks, Patrick! I love that quote and I pretty much live by those words as well! Have a fabulous week, my friend! Always stay humble and kind, as Tim McGraw sings!
xoxo
Shelbee
Lovely
That’s a beautiful quote and the line art print is brilliant!
xoxo
Lovely
http://www.mynameislovely.com
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Thanks so much, Lovely! I am really happy with this new wall art for my home.
xoxo
Shelbee
Chickenruby
Spot on there. Although I come across as being too confident (bossy) and therefore considered to give too much thought to myself. It really isn’t the case theough.
Thanks for linking with #pocolo
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Thanks, Suzanne! See, that is my fear with confidence! I don’t want to be viewed as arrogant or bossy. I don’t know you very well yet but I can tell that you are a confident woman and you definitely do not come off in the land of blogging as bossy!
xoxo
Shelbee