There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self. —Ernest Hemingway
“There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self.”

Ernest Hemingway novelist, Nobel Prize winner

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WYNNE from PUNTA GORDA, June 2, 2022

This is my favorite quote and one I try to model my life by. It gives me perspective and balance between my ego and humility. Bottom line is Nobility is not a matter of blood or title it is thoughts and action within our selves.

James Stiely from Costa Rica, January 7, 2022

Just seen this quote and love love love it!

Diane F. from Westmoreland, Virginia, July 12, 2020

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