Hurts Quote by Arthur Conan Doyle
““That hurts my pride, Watson.””
About This Quote
Source Literature: Sherlock Holmes stories, 1887
The speaker expresses personal affront, indicating a wounded ego in a confrontational tone.
In simple terms: Pride is hurt and spoken aloud.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge and manage ego.
Themes
pride
ego
conflict
humor
Mood
defensive
wry
Type
dramatic
conversational
When to use this quote
- argument
- personal criticism
- team dynamics
Key Concepts
psychology of self
social interaction
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your pride?
- How can you respond without ego?
A Different Perspective
Pride can cloud judgment.
