Not having a precise evaluation of our own abilities compared to those of others, what we have is not security in ourselves but delirium.
In "The Ego is the Enemy," Ryan Holiday explores the idea that many people lack an accurate understanding of their own abilities in relation to others. This gap in self-evaluation leads to overconfidence, which he describes as a form of delirium rather than genuine self-assurance. When individuals cannot assess their strengths and weaknesses realistically, they foster an inflated sense of their own competence.
Such a distorted self-view can be detrimental, as it may prevent personal growth and development. Instead of building true confidence through learning and humility, one can become trapped in a cycle of arrogance. Holiday emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and humility as key components for achieving real success and contentment in life, steering clear of the pitfalls of unchecked ego.
