Bad thing Quote by George Eliot
“We mortals, men and women, devour many a disappointment between breakfast and dinner-time; keep back the tears and look a little pale about the lips, and in answer to inquiries say, "Oh, nothing!" Pride helps; and pride is not a bad thing when it only urges us to hide our hurts— not to hurt others.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: “Middlemarch”, 1871
People hide disappointment behind pride, masking pain while appearing fine.
In simple terms: Pride hides pain.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge feelings instead of masking them.
Themes
pride
disappointment
social façade
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- Workplace interactions
- family gatherings
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
Emotional concealment
social coping
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you hidden hurt behind pride?
- How can you express vulnerability safely?
A Different Perspective
Pride can prevent seeking help.
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