Humor Quote by Aldous Huxley
““Indeed, a faint hypnopædic prejudice in favour of size was universal. Hence the laughter of the women to whom he made proposals, the practical joking of his equals among the men. The mockery made him feel an outsider; and feeling an outsider he behaved like one, which increased the prejudice against him and intensified the contempt and hostility aroused by his physical defects. Which in turn increased his sense of being alien and alone. A chronic fear of being slighted made him avoid his equals, made him stand, where his inferiors were concerned, self-consciously on his dignity.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Brave New World, Aldous Huxley, 1932
Societal bias against physical differences fuels isolation, leading to self‑reinforcing alienation and fear of rejection.
In simple terms: Size prejudice isolates and worsens self‑esteem.
Key Takeaway
Challenge and dismantle superficial judgments.
Themes
prejudice
isolation
self‑esteem
social dynamics
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- workplace inclusion training
- bullying prevention programs
- personal confidence building
Key Concepts
psychology of stigma
social conformity
identity formation
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can individuals take to resist internalizing prejudice?
- How does societal pressure shape personal identity?
A Different Perspective
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