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“Pride is what we make it to be, it can be used for wonderful things or to create chaos and hatred. Understand the difference between what good and harm it can do.” quote by Vincent Edwards
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““Pride is what we make it to be, it can be used for wonderful things or to create chaos and hatred. Understand the difference between what good and harm it can do.””

Vincent Edwards

About This Quote

Source Speech: Commencement address, 2021

Pride can motivate positive actions or fuel destructive behavior; discern its impact

In simple terms: Pride can be good or bad depending on how we use it

Key Takeaway

Channel pride toward constructive goals

Themes

ethics pride responsibility

Mood

reflective cautious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • leadership training
  • personal development workshops
  • community activism

Key Concepts

motivation identity social influence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What outcomes does your pride create?
  • When does pride become harmful?
A Different Perspective

Pride may blind us to humility

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