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Admit Quote by Alexander Pope

“No one should be ashamed to admit he is wrong, which is but saying, in other words, that he is wiser today than he was yesterday.” quote by Alexander Pope
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“No one should be ashamed to admit he is wrong, which is but saying, in other words, that he is wiser today than he was yesterday.”

Alexander Pope

About This Quote

Source Poem: “An Essay on Man”, 1733

Admitting mistakes shows humility and growth; recognizing past errors makes one wiser today.

In simple terms: Admitting wrongness shows wisdom.

Key Takeaway

Own mistakes to grow wiser.

Themes

humility wisdom self‑reflection

Mood

thoughtful encouraging

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • daily decision‑making
  • leadership
  • conflict resolution
  • education

Key Concepts

philosophy personal development ethical growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does admitting error affect your credibility?
  • What steps turn admission into improvement?
A Different Perspective

Some may view admission as weakness; cultural norms vary.

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