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“Creating some god for one's inspirations was always a good way to avoid accusations of pride should the scheme succeed, as well as the blame if did not.” quote by Margaret Atwood
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“Creating some god for one's inspirations was always a good way to avoid accusations of pride should the scheme succeed, as well as the blame if did not.”

Margaret Atwood

About This Quote

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

Attributing success to divine inspiration shields one from pride and deflects blame if outcomes fail.

In simple terms: Blaming God protects ego and excuses failure.

Key Takeaway

Use humility and accountability.

Themes

pride accountability humility

Mood

reflective cautious

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career projects
  • artistic endeavors
  • personal goals
  • team leadership

Key Concepts

self‑efficacy external locus of control

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance confidence with humility?
  • When is it appropriate to credit external forces?
A Different Perspective

May foster avoidance of responsibility rather than learning.

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