Of course, people tell me that I shouldn't gloat. Well, I am gloating.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Thatcher admits to gloating about her victory, dismissing advice to the humble.
- In plain terms
- She doesn't care about being modest; she is happy.
- What can you take from it?
- Own your emotions even if others disapprove.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is gloating ever appropriate?
- When to be humble?
Another view
It risks alienating moderate observers.
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