AbstractThe author in this paper reflects and offers insights on the paradoxical nature of dignity. Furthermore, the author relates this to his own experience watching Maudie and introduces this column’s reviewer.KeywordsawebetrayaldignityreverenceshameGet full access to this articleView all access options for this article.Get accessReferences1. Parse R. R. (2010). Human dignity: A humanbecoming ethical phenomenon. Nursing Science Quarterly, 23(3), 257-262. https://doi.org/10.1177/8943184103718412. Parse R. R. (2014). The humanbecoming paradigm: A transformational worldview. Discovery International.3. Walsh A. (Director). (2016). Maudie [Film]. Mongrel Media.