Be good Quote by Helen Fielding
“The corruption of the good by the belief in their own infallible goodnes is the most bloody dangerous pitfall in the human spectrum. Once you have conquered all your sins, pride is the one which will conquer you. A man starts off deciding he is a good man because he makes good decisions. Next thing, he's convinced that whatever decision he makes must be good because he's a good man. Most of the wars in the world are caused by people who think they have god on their side. Always stick with people who know they are flawed and ridiculous.”
About This Quote
Pride after moral victory leads to dangerous overconfidence and conflict.
In simple terms: Pride after success can cause harm.
Key Takeaway
Stay humble and recognize flaws.
Themes
pride
hubris
conflict
humility
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- leadership
- politics
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
psychology
ethics
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you check your own pride?
- What signs indicate overconfidence?
A Different Perspective
Pride can be hard to detect in oneself.
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