Hubris
ὕβριςHOO-bris
Excessive pride or arrogance that leads one to transgress natural or divine limits, often resulting in downfall. In Greek thought, hubris represented the dangerous overstepping of human boundaries—the fatal assumption that one is beyond the constraints that govern mortal life.
Modern Application
When you begin to believe your success exempts you from the rules that apply to others, you have entered hubris territory. Guard against isolation from honest feedback, as unchecked confidence blinds you to the very limits that keep you grounded. Cultivate advisors who will speak truth to your power, and remember that your greatest achievements make you more vulnerable, not less, to catastrophic misjudgment.
