Blame Quote by Jaclyn Moriarty
““It's tricky being shy. You blame yourself for it, and other people blame you too.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Feeling Sorry for Celia, 2000
Shyness creates a cycle of self‑blame and external judgment, making it harder to overcome.
In simple terms: Shyness leads to blame from self and others.
Key Takeaway
Break the blame cycle to reduce shyness.
Themes
selfesteem
social anxiety
selfawareness
Mood
empathetic
thoughtful
Type
advice
psychological
When to use this quote
- school
- workplace
- social events
- public speaking
Key Concepts
selfblame
social perception
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your self‑blame?
- How can others help you feel accepted?
A Different Perspective
Overcoming shyness often requires external support.
![“She's always getting into trouble because she gets bored really really easily. [...] My mum says it's because Celia has an attention span the size of a sesame seed. Celia's mum says it's because Celia's identity is unfurling itself slowly, like a tulip bud, and it's a breathtakingly beautiful…” quote by Jaclyn Moriarty](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/f85/jaclyn-moriarty-13344_attention-span_she-s-always-getting-into-trouble-becaus_734185.jpg)
