Ayelet Waldman

I went from resenting my mother-in-law to accepting her, finally to appreciating her. What appeared to be her diffidence when I was first married, I now value as serenity.

Israeli Novelist

Jane Austen

Where youth and diffidence are united, it requires uncommon steadiness of reason to resist the attraction of being called the most charming girl in the world.

British Writer

Yevgeny Yevtushenko

Give me a mystery - just a plain and simple one - a mystery which is diffidence and silence, a slim little bare-foot mystery: give me a mystery - just one!

Russian Poet

John Hurt

Things come in a quieter way to me. It's not laziness, and it's not diffidence. I just know how far you have to bend for work. That's important for me.

British Actor

Alphonsus Liguori

God is displeased at the diffidence of souls who love Him sincerely and whom He Himself loves.

Italian Clergyman

Golda Meir

Ability hits the mark where presumption overshoots and diffidence falls short.

Israeli Leader

Diffidence often indicates a person doesn't value themselves highly.

Self-Esteem Link

Diffidence can be silent; not all shy people are openly timid.

Subtle Behavior

Sometimes diffidence can be mistaken for aloofness or disinterest.

Misinterpreted as Unfriendly

Diffidence often occurs in unfamiliar or formal situations.

Situation-Specific

Diffidence can hide true potential as it might prevent people from showcasing their abilities.

Often Misjudged

Diffidence can lead to missed opportunities due to hesitation.

Barrier to Action

Diffidence can manifest through body language, such as avoiding eye contact.

Non-Verbal Cues

Diffidence often carries an emotional burden of anxiety and self-doubt.