Bad temper Quote by C. S. Lewis
“It is only our bad temper that we put down to being tired or worried or hungry; we put our good temper down to ourselves.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Weight of Glory, 1942
We blame external factors for bad moods but claim personal responsibility for good moods, revealing a bias in self‑assessment.
In simple terms: We blame tiredness for anger, claim self for calm.
Key Takeaway
Own all moods equally.
Themes
self‑awareness
responsibility
psychology
bias
Mood
introspective
analytical
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- stress management
- leadership
- personal development
- conflict mediation
Key Concepts
attribution error
emotional regulation
self‑reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you attribute your emotions?
- What steps can you take to balance self‑blame and external factors?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring external influences can oversimplify complex causes.
