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> [“A general principle of human behavior is that it’s easier for us to see something negative in other people than in ourselves. This mental process sometimes guides therapists when they make interpretations during treatment. Often, the traits that disturb us…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/gary-small/a-general-principle-of-human-behavior-is-that-it-s-easier-for-us-to/)

Gary Small

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## More by Gary Small

> [“Sociopaths, or what psychiatrists call antisocial personalities, have lifelong patterns of deceitfulness for personal gain. They lack remorse and empathy and are wizards at…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/gary-small/sociopaths-or-what-psychiatrists-call-antisocial-personalities-have/)

Gary Small

> [“Many mental health professionals are drawn to the field in part to resolve their own personal struggles.”](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/gary-small/many-mental-health-professionals-are-drawn-to-the-field-in-part-to/)

Gary Small

> [“A general principle of human behavior is that it’s easier for us to see something negative in other people than in ourselves. This mental…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/gary-small/a-general-principle-of-human-behavior-is-that-it-s-easier-for-us-to/)

Gary Small

> [“Typically people with clinical depression wake up in the middle of the night and can’t fall back to sleep, whereas patients with anxiety disorders…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/gary-small/typically-people-with-clinical-depression-wake-up-in-the-middle-of/)

Gary Small

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