I have always been very proud of the fact that I am a New Zealander.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker expresses pride in his nationality.
- In plain terms
- He loves being from New Zealand.
- What can you take from it?
- Take pride in your origins.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where does your pride come from?
- How does origin shape identity?
Another view
Pride can sometimes lead to exclusion of others.
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