Heroic Humility: What the Science of Humility Can Say to People Raised on Self-Focus

by Everett L Worthington Jr and Everett L. Worthington Jr.

In this age of selfies, instant celebrity, and corporate scandals, the need for greater humility is pressing. This book synthesizes both research and theory relevant to humility and heroism, articulating a vision of heroic humility--humility of such great depth that it inspires others.

Fortunately, humility can be learned. It has three parts: an honest self-appraisal (including an attitude that one is teachable), modest self-presentation,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1433828146
• ISBN13: 9781433828140
• Release Date: March 2018
• Publisher: American Psychological Association (APA)
• Length: 293 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.2" x 10.1"