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“We should be sensible, tactful, considerate and humble without being servile or scraping. As God's people we stand on our feet; we don't crawl before anyone.” quote by Alcoholics Anonymous
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““We should be sensible, tactful, considerate and humble without being servile or scraping. As God's people we stand on our feet; we don't crawl before anyone.””

Alcoholics Anonymous

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Source Literature: Twelve‑Step Program Texts, 1930s

Balance humility with self‑respect; avoid servility.

In simple terms: Be humble yet confident.

Key Takeaway

Practice respectful self‑assertion.

Themes

humility self‑respect assertiveness

Mood

reflective encouraging

Type

self‑help philosophical

When to use this quote

  • support groups
  • personal growth
  • leadership training

Key Concepts

Psychology addiction recovery

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does humility become self‑sacrifice?
  • How to assert without arrogance?
A Different Perspective

Humility may be misread as weakness.

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