Robert South Quotes

In no way do I want to draw attention to myself.

I try not to bring any attention to myself.

Have more than you show, Speak less than you know.

He who speaks without modesty will find it difficult to make his words good.

I'm not much of a show-off.

People who know little are usually great talkers, while men who know much say little.

The thing is, you don't want to overact or be full of yourself.

I'm just not the type who wants to draw attention to himself.

Blessed are they who have nothing to say and who cannot be persuaded to say it.

In Missouri, where I come from, we don't talk about what we do - we just do it. If we talk about it, it's seen as bragging.

I know things but I shut my mouth.

Forbear to mention what thou canst not praise.

Let's just not sort of rub grandeur in people's faces.

It's easy to be loud, outspoken, and play to the gallery. It's difficult to underplay one's self.

Even the wordiest of men know there's a time to button it.

Never miss an opportunity to keep your damn mouth shut.

Modesty is my best quality.

I don't like to make a big splash anyway.

I have never been one for the over-the-top.

I am not eloquent.

I'm not someone who's led my life trying to get publicity; I'd rather do my work and go home.

I don't mean to be highfalutin about it, but I try to limit my visibility.

I was brought up to think you don't talk about yourself.

Be wiser than other people if you can, but do not tell them so.

It is well for one to know more than he says.