People ask me about what sacrifices I've made. I always answer: I've made no sacrifices, I've made choices.
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I wish people wouldn't think of me as a saint - unless they agree with the definition of a saint that a saint's a sinner who goes on trying.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that being a saint is not about being perfect but about perseverance in striving for goodness despite flaws.
Aung San Suu Kyi highlights the misconception that saints must be free of sin. Instead, she argues that a true saint is someone who continues to strive for what is right, even in the face of personal shortcomings and failures. This perspective advocates for the acceptance of human imperfections and emphasizes the importance of continuous effort and resilience in one's moral journey.
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SaintSinnerPerseveranceEffortFlaws
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about leadership during tough times.
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