"There is such a thing as tempting the gods. Talking too much, too soon and with too much self-satisfaction has always seemed to me a sure way to court disaster. The forces of retribution are always listening. They never sleep"

This quote is a warning against hubris as well as overconfidence. Meg Greenfield is cautioning versus speaking too much, ahead of time, as well as with too much self-satisfaction. She is suggesting that this actions is akin to alluring the gods, and that the forces of vengeance are constantly paying attention as well as never ever resting. To put it simply, if one is as well arrogant as well as overconfident, they might be punished for their pompousness. This quote is a pointer to be humble as well as to not take success for provided. It is an alerting to be conscious of one's words and actions, as they might have repercussions. Eventually, Meg Greenfield is cautioning versus hubris as well as reminding us to be humble as well as conscious of our words and activities.