It is a sign that your reputation is small and sinking if your own tongue must praise you.
“When I became more involved in music, I had to give up some of my writing in the literary sense. However, on occasion, I would write something for my own pleasure or I would write notes and introductory remarks in the songbooks I put together.”
“The key to success is to keep growing in all areas of life - mental, emotional, spiritual, as well as physical.”