Feigning Quote by C.S. Lewis
““I think that this feigning, this ceaseless pretense of interest in matters to me supremely boring, was what wore me out more than anything else.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Screwtape Letters, 1942
Pretending to care about things that truly bore you drains your energy more than any other activity.
In simple terms: Fake interest exhausts you.
Key Takeaway
Be authentic, avoid feigning interest.
Themes
authenticity
energy
interest
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
personal
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- work meetings
- social gatherings
Key Concepts
existential fatigue
self‑deception
Questions to Reflect On
- What truly engages you?
- How does authenticity affect your energy?
A Different Perspective
feigning interest can mask deeper dissatisfaction.
