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“I'm not mad, I'm proud of you. You took your first pinch like a man and you learn two great things in your life. Look at me, never rat on your friends and always keep your mouth shut. -Jimmy Conway” quote by Goodfellas
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“I'm not mad, I'm proud of you. You took your first pinch like a man and you learn two great things in your life. Look at me, never rat on your friends and always keep your mouth shut. -Jimmy Conway”

Goodfellas

About This Quote

Source Film: Goodfellas, 1990

Pride in resilience and loyalty, but silence can be harmful; true strength lies in integrity.

In simple terms: Being proud of resilience, yet silence can betray.

Key Takeaway

Value loyalty, but speak truthfully when needed.

Themes

loyalty pride integrity

Mood

dramatic cautionary

Type

narrative ethical

When to use this quote

  • friendship
  • conflict resolution
  • personal development
  • ethical decision‑making

Key Concepts

masculinity silence

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should you break silence for a friend?
  • How does pride affect judgment?
A Different Perspective

Blind loyalty may enable wrongdoing.

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