Bears Quote by Blaise Pascal
“We have so exalted a notion of the human soul that we cannot bear to be despised, or even not to be esteemed by it. Man, in fact, places all his happiness in this esteem.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical treatise, Pensées, 1670
Human happiness depends on self‑esteem; we crave respect from our own soul.
In simple terms: We seek esteem from our soul for happiness.
Cultivate inner self‑respect.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- therapy
- personal development
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you nurture inner esteem?
- What happens when external validation fails?
Self‑esteem can be fragile.