Quote by Frank Lloyd Wright

Early in life I had to choose between honest arrogance and hypocritical humility. I chose the former and have seen no reason to change.

Early in life I had to choose between honest arrogance and h

Summary

This quote highlights the internal struggle the individual faced when confronted with the decision of whether to be authentically confident or masks their true self under false humility. They ultimately decided to embrace honest arrogance, implying a genuine self-assurance without ego or pretense. The quote suggests that this choice has proved beneficial and that there has been no compelling reason to alter this course of action. It reflects the importance of staying true to oneself and avoiding insincere or deceptive behaviors.

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By Frank Lloyd Wright

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