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“The only sensible person is my tailor. He measures me anew each time he sees me.” quote by George Bernard Shaw
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“The only sensible person is my tailor. He measures me anew each time he sees me.”

George Bernard Shaw

About This Quote

Source Play: Man and Superman, 1905, line spoken by character

Tailor is the only sensible person because he constantly reassesses and fits the wearer anew.

In simple terms: A tailor adjusts to you each time, unlike many people.

Key Takeaway

Seek continual self‑assessment.

Themes

self‑knowledge humor critique fashion

Mood

witty philosophical

Type

satire reflective

When to use this quote

  • career changes
  • personal relationships
  • style choices
  • self‑evaluation

Key Concepts

personal growth self‑reflection

Questions to Reflect On

  • What aspects of yourself need regular adjustment?
  • How can you become your own “tailor”?
A Different Perspective

Tailor’s view is metaphorical, not literal.

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