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“Pride slays thanksgiving ... A prideful man is seldom a grateful man, for he never thinks he gets as much as he deserves.” quote by Henry Ward Beecher
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““Pride slays thanksgiving ... A prideful man is seldom a grateful man, for he never thinks he gets as much as he deserves.””

Henry Ward Beecher

About This Quote

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

Excessive pride blocks gratitude, leading to ingratitude and selfishness.

In simple terms: Pride prevents thankfulness.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate humility to foster gratitude.

Themes

pride gratitude humility

Mood

hopeful inspirational

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily gratitude journaling
  • team meetings
  • family meals

Key Concepts

ego selfishness thankfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What habits can reduce pride?
  • How does gratitude change perspective?
A Different Perspective

Pride can be mitigated through conscious practice.

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