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“I find that the moment I let a woman make friends with me, she becomes jealous, exacting, suspicious, and a damned nuisance. I find that the moment I let myself make friends with a woman, I become selfish and tyrannical.” quote by George Bernard Shaw
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“I find that the moment I let a woman make friends with me, she becomes jealous, exacting, suspicious, and a damned nuisance. I find that the moment I let myself make friends with a woman, I become selfish and tyrannical.”

George Bernard Shaw

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

When a woman befriends you, she may become jealous and demanding, while befriending yourself leads to selfishness and tyranny.

In simple terms: Friendship with women can cause jealousy; self-friendship can cause selfishness.

Key Takeaway

Beware of jealousy and selfishness in relationships.

Themes

relationships jealousy selfishness ego

Mood

reflective cautious

Type

advice observational

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • personal growth
  • teamwork
  • leadership

Key Concepts

social dynamics psychology power balance

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you notice patterns of jealousy in your friendships?
  • How can you balance self-care without becoming selfish?
A Different Perspective

Not all friendships become toxic; context matters.

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