“The small are always dependent on the great; they are only snobs or prigs or vulgar when they want to force to be as great as they. ”
— Martin Heidegger
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In life, people who have less power or influence often rely on those who have more. This isn't a bad thing—it just means that the smaller or weaker groups need help from the stronger ones. Problems arise when these smaller groups start acting arrogant or rude, pretending they are as important or powerful as the big ones. Imagine a small business owner insisting they are as big and successful as a multinational company. Instead of being honest about their needs and collaborating in a respectful way, they come across as snobbish or ungrateful. It's better to acknowledge one's real position and work together honestly to achieve common goals. This approach fosters genuine support and growth for everyone involved.
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Aspiration Dependency Inequality Power dynamics Pretentiousness Snobbery Social hierarchy VulgarityFEATURED QUOTES
