From the Ferret Tarot, the Five of Swords; from Nature's Wisdom Oracle, Praying Mantis:
Who knows himself a braggart, let him fear this, for it will come to pass that every braggart shall be found an ass. —Shakespeare
There are sore losers, but there are sore winners too. Such folks gloat about their wins and delight in making the loser feel inadequate and inferior. Rather than graciously acknowledging victory, they act more like a bully who's incapable of empathy. Unfortunately, they don't realize the high cost of their "win," but the Praying Mantis points this out. Hubris creates animosity rather than connection, burning bridges and friendships. Arrogance can convince us that we know more and have a better understanding than anyone else. When things go to hell, there won't be anyone to help, and the blame will fall on the one holding all the swords.
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