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“Are you consulting your own feelings in the present case, or do you imagine that you are gratifying mine?” quote by Jane Austen
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““Are you consulting your own feelings in the present case, or do you imagine that you are gratifying mine?””

Jane Austen

About This Quote

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

She questions whether decisions are guided by personal feelings or by trying to please another.

In simple terms: Ask if you act on your own feelings or to satisfy someone else.

Key Takeaway

Check your motives before acting.

Themes

self‑awareness relationships authenticity

Mood

thoughtful introspective

Type

philosophical reflective

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • relationship conflicts
  • emotional honesty

Key Concepts

empathy self‑reflection motivation

Questions to Reflect On

  • Are you consulting your own feelings or trying to please?
  • How does this affect your relationships?
A Different Perspective

May overlook others’ needs when focusing on self.

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