Clary and jace Quote by Cassandra Clare
““You know," Clary said, "most psychologists agree that hostility is really just sublimated sexual attraction." "Ah," said Jace blithely, "that might explain why I so often run into people who seem to dislike me.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Clockwork Angel, 2007
Hostility may mask repressed sexual attraction, according to some psychologists.
In simple terms: Anger can hide deeper feelings.
Key Takeaway
Explore underlying emotions.
Themes
psychology
relationships
repression
Mood
analytical
curious
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- therapy
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
psychoanalysis
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions might underlie hostility?
- How can you recognize hidden motives?
A Different Perspective
Not all hostility stems from sexual attraction; other factors exist.
