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Wanting Quote by Kirsty Eagar

“They’re never going to change. You gotta get that into your head. What they did up there? They’ll keep doing that forever. You know why? Because they’re withholders. That’s what power is all about. Not giving people what they want. So you know what that means? It means you’ve got to stop wanting…” quote by Kirsty Eagar
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““They’re never going to change. You gotta get that into your head. What they did up there? They’ll keep doing that forever. You know why? Because they’re withholders. That’s what power is all about. Not giving people what they want. So you know what that means? It means you’ve got to stop wanting. Stop wanting them to love you, or be proud of you, or whatever it is you’re after. ’Cause you’re not gonna get it.””

Kirsty Eagar

About This Quote

Power often manifests as withholding, leading to endless cycles of desire and frustration.

In simple terms: Power is about denial, causing endless wanting.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and release unhealthy desires.

Themes

power desire control

Mood

critical analytical

Type

psychological motivational

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • workplace
  • politics
  • personal development

Key Concepts

psychology social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What do you truly need versus want?
  • How can you find contentment without external validation?
A Different Perspective

Desire may be a tool, not just a weakness.

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