"One's only rival is one's own potentialities. One's only failure is failing to live up to one's own possibilities. In this sense, every man can be a king, and must therefore be treated like a king"
- Abraham Maslow
About this Quote
This quote by Abraham Maslow highlights the idea that our most significant competition in life is not external aspects or other individuals, however rather our own capacity. Maslow recommends that our only true failure is not measuring up to our own capabilities and possibilities. He stresses that every person has the possible to be terrific, just like a king, and for that reason need to be treated with the exact same level of regard and self-respect. This quote acts as a suggestion to concentrate on our own development and development, instead of comparing ourselves to others. It encourages us to pursue our own personal success and to treat ourselves with the same level of importance and worth as a king.
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