The noble art of losing face may some day save the human race and turn into eternal merit what weaker minds would call disgrace.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Losing face gracefully can save the human race from pride.
- In plain terms
- It is better to lose pride to avoid ruin.
- What can you take from it?
- Humility prevents greater disaster.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is losing face better?
- Can pride destroy you?
Another view
It undervalues the pain of losing reputation.
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