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I could easily forgive his pride, if he had not mortified…

“I could easily forgive his pride, if he had not mortified mine.” quote by Jane Austen
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“I could easily forgive his pride, if he had not mortified mine.”

Jane Austen

About This Quote

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

Forgiving pride is possible unless it wounds your own pride.

In simple terms: Pride can be forgiven unless it hurts you.

Key Takeaway

Guard your self‑esteem.

Themes

pride forgiveness self‑respect

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

literary psychological

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • conflict resolution
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

social etiquette psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does pride become toxic?
  • How to balance humility and self‑worth?
A Different Perspective

Pride can be hard to overcome.

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