Clary Quote by Cassandra Clare
“Not everything is about you," Clary said furiously. "Possibly," Jace said, "but you do have to admit that the majority of things are.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Mortal Instruments, 2007
People often think everything revolves around them, but most events are independent of personal concerns.
In simple terms: Not everything centers on you.
Key Takeaway
Recognize others' perspectives.
Themes
self-awareness
empathy
reality
Mood
reflective
insightful
Type
literary
conversational
When to use this quote
- reading groups
- personal growth workshops
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
ego
interpersonal dynamics
narrative voice
Questions to Reflect On
- How does acknowledging this change your behavior?
- When have you assumed the world centered on you?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex social interdependence.
![“But how do they get inside?" "They fly," Jace said, and indicated the upper floors of the building. [...] "We don't fly," Clary felt impelled to point out. "No," Jace agreed. "We don't fly. We break and enter." He started across the street toward the hotel. "Flying sounds like more fun," Clary…” quote by Cassandra Clare](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c82/cassandra-clare-9_break_but-how-do-they-get-inside-they-fly-jace_2645443.jpg)
