Self-doubt creates the impetus for learning but hinders adept use of previously established skills

People who hold a low view of themselves [will credit] their achievements to external factors, rather than to their own capabilities.

Because of such conjointedness, behavior that exerts no effect whatsoever on outcomes is developed and consistently performed

Reasonably accurate appraisal of one's own capabilities is, therefore, of considerable value in successful functioning. Large misjudgments of personal efficacy in either direction have consequences. People who grossly overestimate their capabilities undertake activities that are clearly beyond their reach. As a result, they get themselves into considerable difficulties, undermine their credibility, and suffer needless failures. Some of the missteps, of course, can produce serious, irreparable harm

One cannot afford to be a realist.

Coping with the demands of everyday life would be exceedingly trying if one could arrive at solutions to problems only by actually performing possible options and suffering the consequences.

Very often we developed a better grasp of the subjects than the over worked teachers.