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Gratitude is twin sister to humility; Pride is foe to both.

“Gratitude is twin sister to humility; Pride is foe to both.” quote by James E. Talmage
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“Gratitude is twin sister to humility; Pride is foe to both.”

James E. Talmage

About This Quote

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

Humility and gratitude reinforce each other, while pride undermines both qualities.

In simple terms: Humility and gratitude support each other; pride harms them.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate humility and gratitude, avoid pride.

Themes

humility gratitude pride character ethics

Mood

reflective serious

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • leadership
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

moral psychology virtue ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does pride affect your relationships?
  • When does humility become self‑deprecation?
A Different Perspective

Pride can sometimes motivate achievement, so it isn’t always wholly negative.

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