Humans are dumb. Ashamed to be human
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Human beings are often foolish and should feel shame for their nature.
- In plain terms
- Humans are dumb and ashamed.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize human flaws without self-loathing.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does shame affect growth?
- What alternatives to shame exist?
Another view
Generalizing all humans as dumb ignores progress and virtue.
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