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It seems to me probably that any one who has a series of…

“It seems to me probably that any one who has a series of intolerable positions to put up with must have been responsible for them to some extent... they have contributed to it by impatience or intolerance, or brusqueness-or some provocation.” quote by Robert Hugh Benson
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“It seems to me probably that any one who has a series of intolerable positions to put up with must have been responsible for them to some extent... they have contributed to it by impatience or intolerance, or brusqueness-or some provocation.”

Robert Hugh Benson

About This Quote

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

Intolerable attitudes stem from personal responsibility, impatience, or provocation.

In simple terms: Bad attitudes reflect personal faults.

Key Takeaway

Reflect on your own contributions.

Themes

responsibility self‑awareness intolerance

Mood

introspective serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • workplace conflicts
  • family disputes
  • political debates
  • online discussions

Key Concepts

philosophy ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your intolerance?
  • How can you cultivate patience?
A Different Perspective

Changing attitudes requires willingness to change.

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