Being selfish Quote by Anonymous
“I am suffering incessant temptations to uncharitable thoughts at present; one of those black moods in which nearly all one's friends seem to be selfish or even false. And how terrible that there should be even a kind of pleasure in thinking evil.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unpublished, 2020
The speaker battles persistent temptations toward selfishness, feeling surrounded by similar negativity, and despises finding pleasure in evil.
In simple terms: Temptation to be selfish is pervasive.
Key Takeaway
Resist selfish thoughts.
Themes
temptation
morality
loneliness
Mood
melancholic
introspective
Type
poetic
personal
When to use this quote
- personal journaling
- therapy
- ethical counseling
Key Concepts
self‑reflection
ethical struggle
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you confront selfish impulses?
- What helps you find goodness in others?
A Different Perspective
Self‑criticism may lead to despair.
