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“There were so many people, places and things she disliked, the litany of her pet peeves was hard to keep up with. Narcisa hated anyone in a uniform, particularly waiters, police and the military; fat people, Argentines; Forró and Caipira music were a constant source of annoyance to her, as well as…” quote by Jonathan Shaw
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““There were so many people, places and things she disliked, the litany of her pet peeves was hard to keep up with. Narcisa hated anyone in a uniform, particularly waiters, police and the military; fat people, Argentines; Forró and Caipira music were a constant source of annoyance to her, as well as all religious art, newspapers and newscasts. She also despised poor people. But, as an equal-opportunity hater, she disliked rich people just as much. Basically, Narcisa loathed the whole human race.””

Jonathan Shaw

About This Quote

Narcisa's endless list of dislikes illustrates how pervasive negativity can dominate one's worldview, reducing the ability to appreciate any positive aspects of life.

In simple terms: Constant hatred blinds her to good.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and limit negativity.

Themes

negativity prejudice worldview

Mood

frustrated critical

Type

observational critical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • social interactions
  • media consumption

Key Concepts

cognitive bias emotional contagion

Questions to Reflect On

  • What fuels your own biases?
  • How can you cultivate tolerance?
A Different Perspective

Such extreme disdain may stem from deeper insecurity or trauma.

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