Blue Quote by Anna Kavan
“The man has a curious inborn conviction of his own superiority which is quite unshakeable. All his life he has bullied and browbeaten those around him by his high-and-mightiness and his atrocious temper. As a boy he terrorized his entire family by his tantrums, when, if thwarted, he would throw himself on the floor and yell till he went blue in the face. It has been much the same ever since. Everyone's terrified of his rages. He has only to start grinding his teeth, and people fall flat before him.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The House of Sleep by Anna Kavan, 1961
A person with an unshakable belief in their own superiority uses intimidation and volatile anger to dominate others, creating fear and submission.
In simple terms: A domineering person bullies others with rage.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and set boundaries with toxic behavior.
Themes
power
control
anger
bullying
fear
Mood
anxious
tense
defensive
Type
psychological
cautionary
When to use this quote
- workplace
- family
- social groups
- conflict resolution
- personal safety
Key Concepts
narcissism
authoritarianism
emotional abuse
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers his outbursts?
- How can one safely confront his intimidation?
A Different Perspective
Such aggression can also mask deep insecurity and may eventually alienate allies.
