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“My mother always said to me, 'Right makes might.' At last, I can believe her.” quote by Paula Coughlin
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“My mother always said to me, 'Right makes might.' At last, I can believe her.”

Paula Coughlin

About This Quote

Source Speech: Commencement, University of Texas, 2018

She reflects on her mother’s advice that “right makes might,” now believing it after personal experience.

In simple terms: Mother’s wisdom about right and might now resonates.

Key Takeaway

Trust wise counsel, act with integrity.

Themes

wisdom family influence personal growth

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

personal motivational

When to use this quote

  • career choices
  • ethical dilemmas
  • personal challenges

Key Concepts

ethical decision‑making mentor relationships

Questions to Reflect On

  • How have you applied this advice?
  • What does “right makes might” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Advice can be misinterpreted without context.

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