Difficult Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld
“It is difficult to like those whom we do not esteem; but it is no less so to like those whom we esteem more than ourselves.”
About This Quote
Source Maximes, 1665
We struggle to like those we deem low, yet we also face difficulty liking those we think superior.
In simple terms: Both low and high esteem people are hard to like.
Key Takeaway
Recognize bias in how you value others.
Themes
humility
esteem
social bias
Mood
thoughtful
philosophical
Type
social
psychological
When to use this quote
- friendships
- workplace dynamics
- political discourse
- family relations
Key Concepts
psychology of admiration
ego
class perception
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we favor those we esteem?
- Can we truly love without comparison?
A Different Perspective
People may resist changing ingrained social hierarchies.
