Pride is founded not on the sense of happiness, but on the sense of power.
William HazlittRead
I like a person who knows his own mind and sticks to it; who sees at once what, in given circumstances, is to be done, and does it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote values decisiveness and self-awareness in a person.
William Hazlitt highlights the importance of knowing oneself and having the confidence to act accordingly. A person who is aware of their beliefs and stands firm in their convictions, particularly in challenging situations, demonstrates strength of character and effective decision-making.
Themes
DecisivenessSelf-AwarenessActionConvictionStrength
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech about the importance of personal integrity.
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