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Humble pie Quote by Yvonne Collins

“What do you want?” I ask. “A large slice of humble pie?” “We don’t serve that here.” “Sure we do,” Dan calls. “But you ate it all.” I glance over my shoulder at him. “Do you mind?” quote by Yvonne Collins
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““What do you want?” I ask. “A large slice of humble pie?” “We don’t serve that here.” “Sure we do,” Dan calls. “But you ate it all.” I glance over my shoulder at him. “Do you mind?””

Yvonne Collins

About This Quote

Source Film: Unknown short film, 2020

A humorous exchange about humility and expectations, highlighting that some requests are impossible or absurd.

In simple terms: Humility can be absurd when demanded.

Key Takeaway

Accept realistic limits.

Themes

humor humility communication

Mood

playful lighthearted

Type

anecdotal conversational

When to use this quote

  • customer service
  • personal interactions

Key Concepts

social expectations absurdity

Questions to Reflect On

  • When do you ask for something impossible?
  • How do you respond to unrealistic demands?
A Different Perspective

It may overlook genuine need for humility.

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