Changed Quote by Idries Shah
“An egocentric pessimist is a person who thinks he hasn't changed, but that other people are behaving worse than before.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sufis, Idries Shah, 1964
It describes a pessimistic ego‑centered view where one believes they are unchanged while judging others as worse.
In simple terms: An egocentric pessimist thinks they haven't changed but sees others as worse.
Key Takeaway
Challenge self‑critical bias.
Themes
self‑awareness
humility
psychology
Mood
introspective
analytical
Type
psychological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- teamwork
- leadership development
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
ego theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How does self‑perception affect judgment of others?
- What steps reduce egocentric pessimism?
A Different Perspective
May generalize complex attitudes.
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