Quote by Mignon McLaughlin

The proud man can learn humility, but he will be proud of it.

The proud man can learn humility, but he will be proud of it

Summary

This quote highlights the paradoxical nature of human pride and humility. It suggests that even a proud individual can experience moments of humility and learn from them. However, ego and self-regard can still linger, causing the person to be proud of their newfound humility. Essentially, the quote suggests that while it is possible for pride to be temporarily overcome, it may never truly disappear, leaving traces of self-importance even in moments of self-awareness.

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Pride

By Mignon McLaughlin

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