Class Quote by Maggie Smith
“Don't be defeatist, dear, it's very middle class.”
About This Quote
Source Play: “The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie” (stage version), 1968
Being defeatist is a trait of the middle class, implying complacency and lack of ambition.
In simple terms: Defeatism is a middle‑class habit.
Key Takeaway
Challenge defeatist thinking.
Themes
class
mindset
ambition
Mood
encouraging
critical
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career planning
- personal growth
- education choices
Key Concepts
social critique
psychology
self‑belief
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your background shape optimism?
- What fuels your ambition?
A Different Perspective
Not all middle‑class attitudes are defeatist.
