Monday, September 21, 2015

Against Arrogance 3

Proud

Everyone will be proud if it can achieve that dream

However, excessive pride can lead to arrogance

How can pride lead to pride?

Can, because pride is part of a vanity.

At elementary school: I proudly received the highest score in math, while other colleagues do not. I find it to be the smartest, and this is the beginning of vanity.

College: I am proud to have earned the best graduates, while other colleagues do not. Comrades praised me, and this is the beginning of vanity.

Time to work: I am proud to be able to get a big project, while other colleagues do not. I commend the company, comrades amazed on my success, and this is the beginning of vanity.

Reflect on all of the above, and ask "What I've become a Smug"

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