Bourgeois Quote by James Salter
“I don't hold myself dictated to by what everyone is saying, by the tabloids or popular opinion. I don't like bourgeois values. I say you find your own way to live.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: James Salter on Individualism, 1995
Rejecting external pressures, one should define personal values and live authentically, free from mainstream expectations.
In simple terms: Live by your own values, not others'.
Choose your own path.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career choices
- social media
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What values define you?
- How do you resist conformity?
Societal pressure can be overwhelming.