Grateful Quote by Boris Pasternak
“Immensely grateful, touched, proud, astonished, abashed.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unfinished Poem, 1930s (attributed)
A burst of gratitude, pride, astonishment, and embarrassment overwhelms the speaker.
In simple terms: Mixed emotions of gratitude and shame.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge complex feelings.
Themes
gratitude
pride
astonishment
embarrassment
humility
Mood
reflective
introspective
Type
poetic
personal
When to use this quote
- personal achievement
- public recognition
- creative work
Key Concepts
emotional intelligence
self‑awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers the embarrassment?
- How can pride be balanced with humility?
A Different Perspective
Overwhelming emotions can cloud judgment.
