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“Society tempts me to its service by honours and riches and the good opinion of my fellows; but I am indifferent to their good opinion, I despise honours and I can do very well without riches.” quote by W. Somerset Maugham
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““Society tempts me to its service by honours and riches and the good opinion of my fellows; but I am indifferent to their good opinion, I despise honours and I can do very well without riches.””

W. Somerset Maugham

About This Quote

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

Values personal integrity over societal praise and wealth.

In simple terms: Ignore fame; stay true.

Key Takeaway

Live by your own standards.

Themes

integrity independence materialism

Mood

reflective detached

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career choices
  • personal relationships
  • financial decisions

Key Concepts

philosophical individualism self‑reliance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does success mean to you?
  • How to balance personal values with social expectations?
A Different Perspective

May lead to isolation or hardship.

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