Money Quote by Irène Némirovsky
““After all, people judge one another according to their own feelings. It is only the miser who sees other enticed by money, the lustful who see others obsessed by desire.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: *The Thirteenth Hour*, 1935
People project their own emotions onto others, seeing in them what they fear or desire within themselves.
In simple terms: Judgment reflects personal feelings.
Key Takeaway
Recognize personal bias in judging others.
Themes
judgment
projection
empathy
self‑awareness
Mood
introspective
analytical
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- interpersonal conflicts
- team meetings
- media analysis
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
social perception
Questions to Reflect On
- What feelings do you project onto others?
- How can you differentiate your emotions from others’?
A Different Perspective
Self‑awareness is difficult; biases are deep‑seated.
