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Deception Quote by Stephen King

“Roland had taught him that self-deception was nothing but pride in disguise, an indulgence to be denied.” quote by Stephen King
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“Roland had taught him that self-deception was nothing but pride in disguise, an indulgence to be denied.”

Stephen King

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Stand by Stephen King, 1978

Self‑deception disguises pride; confronting it reveals true humility.

In simple terms: Pride hides as self‑deception.

Key Takeaway

Expose and question your own pride.

Themes

psychology self‑awareness pride

Mood

introspective serious

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • personal growth
  • leadership training

Key Concepts

self‑deception humility denial

Questions to Reflect On

  • What pride are you denying?
  • How can you recognize self‑deception?
A Different Perspective

Denial can be deeply entrenched, making change hard.

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