# Respectful Self-Expression Builds Resilience by Bryant McGill > “Tall poppy syndrome keeps people quiet. Fear of being cut down for standing out leads many to hide their thoughts. Practicing respectful self-expression builds the resilience to stand tall.” > **— Bryant McGill**, *Critical Thinking, Dignity, and the Practice of Respect - Livestream (Sep 2018)* ## Sources and Context - **Source:** [[livestreams/Critical Thinking, Dignity, and the Practice of Respect - Livestream|Critical Thinking, Dignity, and the Practice of Respect - Livestream]] — exact quotation from the dated developed livestream document (2018-09-04). ## Related Articles and Collections - **Collection:** [[collections/Simple Reminders|Simple Reminders]] - **Article:** [[articles/simple reminders/Your Future Begins with Your Next Thought|Your Future Begins with Your Next Thought]] - **Livestream:** [[livestreams/Critical Thinking, Dignity, and the Practice of Respect - Livestream|Critical Thinking, Dignity, and the Practice of Respect - Livestream]] ## Related Topics - [[wiki/Self-Expression|Self-Expression]] ## Share on Social Media ``` “Tall poppy syndrome keeps people quiet. Fear of being cut down for standing out leads many to hide their thoughts. Practicing respectful self-expression builds the resilience to stand tall.” — Bryant McGill, Critical Thinking, Dignity, and the Practice of Respect - Livestream (Sep 2018) https://bryantmcgill.com/simple-reminders-bryant-mcgill-self-expression-builds-resilience ```