Satan uses both extremes, (Worm-Pride & Self-Pride) in his attacks on Christians. If he cannot puff you up, he will try to push you down. He will alternate thrusts of great elation or great depression following spiritual victories or failures. Watch out for these two kinds of pride, recognize them for what they are, and resist them. The safest way a Christian can think of himself is as a FORGIVEN child of GOD. This will keep you from both of these extremes. And remember too, the secret of dealing with self is not wrestling it, but getting so caught up with the Lord Jesus and His work that you forget it.~Winkie Pratney
Youth Aflame (p175)