Admitting Quote by Helen Hunt Jackson
“Wounded vanity knows when it is mortally hurt; and limps off the field, piteous, all disguises thrown away. But pride carries its banner to the last; and fast as it is driven from one field unfurls it in another, never admitting that there is a shade less honor in the second field than in the first, or in the third than in the second.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Wounded Vanity” (excerpt), 1885
Pride persists despite injury, moving from one arena to another, never acknowledging its diminished honor.
In simple terms: Pride keeps fighting even when hurt.
Key Takeaway
Recognize when pride blinds you.
Themes
pride
vanity
honor
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
philosophical
cautionary
When to use this quote
- Career setbacks
- social competition
- personal failure
Key Concepts
Human ego
self‑deception
Questions to Reflect On
- When has pride cost you?
- Can you admit a loss gracefully?
A Different Perspective
Pride may prevent learning from loss.
