Love Quote by Andrew Lang
““You see how self-love keeps us from knowing our own defects of mind and body. Our reason tries in vain to show them to us; we refuse to see them till we find them in the way of our interests.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Book of Fairy Tales, 1900
Self‑love blinds us to our flaws; reason cannot reveal them until they clash with our interests.
In simple terms: Self‑love hides defects; reason struggles to expose them.
Key Takeaway
Seek honest self‑examination.
Themes
self‑knowledge
ego
reason
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- therapy
- self‑reflection
- conflict of interest
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one balance self‑love with self‑critique?
- When does self‑interest aid self‑awareness?
A Different Perspective
Self‑love can also motivate positive change.
