Quote by Danny Boyle

The problem with being British... I don't know if it's me being British or being raised a strict Catholic, but you never really enjoy success.

The problem with being British... I don't know if it's me be

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This quote highlights a perceived cultural or personal mindset regarding success among the British. The speaker suggests that their British upbringing or religious background instilled in them a sense of restraint or guilt, preventing them from fully embracing and enjoying their accomplishments. It implies that there is a societal expectation to downplay achievements and remain modest, possibly hindering the ability to celebrate and relish in one's own success.

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