"Modesty" and "humility" are often used interchangeably, but they are actually very different concepts. "Modesty" derives from the Latin modus, "measure" or "manner." It means restraint in appearance ...

Look up “humility” and the online dictionary says “The state or character of being humble; freedom from pride and arrogance; lowliness of mind; a low estimate of one's self; self-abasement.” Now look ...

Virtues, like viruses, have their seasons of contagion. When catastrophe strikes, generosity spikes like a fever. Courage spreads in the face of tyranny. But some virtues go dormant for generations, ...

Humility: Why is that an important leadership principle? I define “humility” as a quality marked by modesty and unpretentiousness. It exhibits a quiet determination. And it’s deferential to others; ...

If it doesn’t include social interaction, norms and a desire not to offend, it’s not modesty, CU Boulder philosopher Derick Hughes argues When it comes to definition, “modesty” doesn’t seem all that ...

Psychology professor Barbara Held writes about the thin line between humility and self-deprecation and argues that the virtuous golden mean of “truthfulness” is a better way to see humility. Being ...

Humility has been lauded as a virtue in most world cultures and wisdom traditions. More recently, scientists have started to study humility, and they’re discovering its many benefits. “Psychologists ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Lance B. Eliot is a world-renowned AI scientist and consultant. We seem to relish humility. If someone showcases humility, ...