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They never see what you are." Shocked, Jude glanced around…

“They never see what you are." Shocked, Jude glanced around to see who'd spoken, then realized she had. "Don't they?" Brenna wanted to know, lifting her brow as she topped off Jude's glass yet again. "They see a reflection of their own perception. Whore or angel, mother or child. Depending on their…” quote by Nora Roberts
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““They never see what you are." Shocked, Jude glanced around to see who'd spoken, then realized she had. "Don't they?" Brenna wanted to know, lifting her brow as she topped off Jude's glass yet again. "They see a reflection of their own perception. Whore or angel, mother or child. Depending on their view, they're compelled to protect or conquer or exploit. Or you're a convenience," she murmured. "Easily discarded.””

Nora Roberts

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

People project their own perceptions onto others, shaping how they are seen.

In simple terms: We see others through our own lenses.

Key Takeaway

Recognize projection.

Themes

psychology perception relationships

Mood

thoughtful empathetic

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • counseling
  • conflict resolution
  • team building

Key Concepts

bias self‑reflection empathy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you check your own biases?
  • What can you do to see others clearly?
A Different Perspective

Projection can cause misunderstanding and harm.

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