Boasting

Blowhards and Braggarts

In Brief

Prideful exaggeration of achievements, possessions, or abilities.

Bragging violates the norms of modesty and politeness. 

Quotes

“We buy things we don’t need with money we don’t have to impress people we don’t like.” ~ D. Ramsey

 

“People who brag about their IQ are losers.” ~ Stephen Hawking

 

“Tell me what you brag about and I’ll tell you what you lack.” ~ Spanish Proverb

Pro Tip

Social media has normalized self-attention, exaggeration and showing off.

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