260. Doing and Attention Seekers. Extremes of Greediness

The world is full of people who are determined to be somebody or to give trouble; they seek attention. Do not become one of them.

One who tries to stand on tip-toe cannot stand still.
One who stretches his legs too far cannot walk.
One who advertises himself too much is ignored.
One who is too insistent on his own view finds few to agree with him.
One who claims too much credit does not get even what he deserves.
One who is too proud is soon humiliated.

These are rightly condemned as extremes of greediness and self-destructive activity, therefore, one who acts naturally avoids such extremes.

228.Faults to be Eliminated

Beware of the following faults and whenever you see them in yourself, work hard to eliminate them.
1. Recklessness which leads to Destruction.
2. Cowardice which leads to Capture.
3. A hasty Temper that can be provoked leading to Defeat and Slavery.
4. A delicacy of Honour which is sensitive to Shame.
5. Over-solicitude for others exposing you to worry and trouble.(Boundary issue).

Mark these well if you are to avoid destruction of your state (self).