Quote by Mary Wortley Montagu
A man that is ashamed of passions that are natural and reasonable is generally proud of those that are shameful and silly.
Summary
This quote suggests that individuals who feel embarrassed or ashamed of their natural and reasonable passions tend to be openly proud of their foolish and disgraceful ones. It implies that when people suppress or deny their legitimate desires and inclinations, they may unconsciously compensate for it by displaying an excessive enthusiasm or pride in activities or behaviors that are illogical or morally questionable. The quote highlights the tendency of humans to replace what they suppress with its opposite, often leading to an imbalance in their choices and attitudes.
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Men
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