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“Sometimes you change to survive, and some things you don't give up, or you're too prideful, and then you think well, what's pride? Is it a good thing? Maybe it's a bad thing. That's what I look at in my life. It's always a question in my life I look at, and I never find the answer, because if I…” quote by Amy Tan
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“Sometimes you change to survive, and some things you don't give up, or you're too prideful, and then you think well, what's pride? Is it a good thing? Maybe it's a bad thing. That's what I look at in my life. It's always a question in my life I look at, and I never find the answer, because if I did, probably I wouldn't have books to write.”

Amy Tan

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The tension between pride and humility shapes personal choices; questioning pride can inspire growth.

In simple terms: Pride vs humility influences life.

Key Takeaway

Question pride to stay adaptable.

Themes

pride humility growth self‑questioning

Mood

reflective curious

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • career choices
  • relationships
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

Existentialism psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • When has pride helped you?
  • How do you balance pride with humility?
A Different Perspective

Pride can motivate achievement.

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