“Those who act in the dark become even more unsure and uncertain of themselves. But the same people, when honor, praise, or approval is expressed by external signs, clearly become confident in their actions, for their spirit and judgment are strengthened by these signs.” WisdomVirtueConfidenceHonorEthicsPraiseShame Book:Commentary on Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics Source: Commentary on Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics