Pride Quote by George R.R. Martin
““My nose never lies," he boasted. "I can smell defiance, I can smell pride, I can smell disobedience. I catch a whiff of any such stinks, you'll answer for it. When I sniff you, all I want to smell is fear””
About This Quote
Source Book: A Game of Thrones, George R.R. Martin, 1996
A character claims his sense of smell can detect emotions and intentions, using it to intimidate others.
In simple terms: He says he can smell feelings and uses it to control people.
Key Takeaway
Beware those who claim to read emotions.
Themes
power
intimidation
perception
control
Mood
tense
foreboding
authoritative
Type
literary
character
When to use this quote
- political negotiation
- law enforcement
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
psychology
emotional intelligence
manipulation
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you truly know someone's feelings by scent?
- How does fear affect decision making?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on such intuition can be unreliable and lead to misjudgment.
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