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“Not me,” said Jimmy, trying to joke. “I don’t have a price.” Wrong, as usual.” quote by Margaret Atwood
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““Not me,” said Jimmy, trying to joke. “I don’t have a price.” Wrong, as usual.””

Margaret Atwood

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

Jimmy jokes about not having a price, but is corrected, highlighting denial of self‑worth.

In simple terms: Jimmy denies value, is proven wrong.

Key Takeaway

Recognize true worth.

Themes

self‑esteem humor denial

Mood

cynical reflective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal finance
  • self‑worth discussions
  • mental health counseling

Key Concepts

price metaphor self‑valuation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “price” symbolize for you?
  • How can you confront self‑devaluation?
A Different Perspective

Humor may mask deeper insecurity.

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