In a culture where narcissism and self-obsession are rampant and causing misery, humility can offer us an alternative value.
Humility allows us to break free from a self-centered attitude, acknowledge our limitations and shortcomings, and constantly check our own condition.
--- p.31, from "'Preface'"

The path to humility begins with recognizing myself as I am and honestly understanding myself and the world.
To do that, you must first recognize your own prejudices, acknowledge your weaknesses, and affirm your strengths.
--- p.39, from “Chapter 1 ‘Awareness and Acceptance’”

Of all the benefits of humility, the most obvious is the way it transforms relationships.
According to the social bonding hypothesis, humility helps us develop relationships with others at various stages: during the early stages of friendship and attraction, during the ups and downs of crisis and stress, and finally, during the period of long-term commitment.
Humble people keep their ego in check and look after the needs and well-being of those around them, so their relationships are always enriched.
--- p.65, from “Chapter 2 ‘True Relationships’”

Receiving feedback is the first step to cultivating a humble life.
If you refuse to hear that you've hurt others or that you're lacking something, you'll continue to hurt those you love and remain trapped in a myopic, self-centered worldview.
--- p.123, from “Chapter 4 ‘Requesting Feedback’”

Selfishness diminishes our sense of self, but empathy expands our world.
If I only think about myself, I will become obsessed with my inner self and eventually feel lonely.
On the other hand, valuing the needs of others and considering their perspectives is not only the essence of a humble life, but also leads to an open mind and a full understanding of the world around us.
--- p.123, from “Chapter 6 ‘Building Empathy’”

Once you've established your desired standard, developed a monitoring plan, and built up your strength (especially through motivation), practice broadly in various areas of your life: at home, with friends, at work, and when you're alone.
I hope you remember that the attitude of constantly striving to develop humility should permeate all areas of your life.
--- p.229, from “Chapter 7 ‘The Importance of Self-Regulation’”

Humility works by changing how we engage with this unstable and beautiful world, shifting how we perceive conflict and difference not as threats to be defended but as invitations to learn.
It leads us to see diversity as a gift and diverse ideas as a rich fundamental structure of society.
--- p.268, from “Chapter 8 ‘Overcoming Division’”

The central premise of this chapter is that intellectual humility is necessary for all aspects of development: personal, organizational, social, cultural, and global.
If you are overly convinced that you are right, you cannot learn or grow, you become intellectually stagnant and old-fashioned.
What we do will no longer be innovative, and society will stagnate, unable to meet the needs of its citizens.

--- p.272, from “Chapter 9 ‘Development’”

Humility goes beyond the selfish desire for temporary happiness and serves the noble purpose of creating a community where the needs of all members are respected.
Humility frees us from the trap of narcissism and frees us to pursue what truly matters.
--- p.322, from “Chapter 10 ‘Prosperity of the Community’”

Together we can build a more humble community.
But that effort starts from myself.
I can't expect others to be humble if I don't make the effort myself.
First, you must strive to be a role model who humbles others.
As these efforts bear fruit, you will gradually feel the power of humility in your relationships, at work, and in your community.

--- p.333, from “Conclusion ‘Towards Existential Humility’”