Detestable Quote by Loretta Chase
““Mrs. Wingare regarded him through slitted blue eyes. "Have you any idea, Rathbourne, how utterly detestable you become when you adopt that tone of patient superiority?" "The trouble is, you are tired, hungry, anxious, and afflicted with an aching hand," he said. "The trouble is, you had confidently expected a happy outcome only to have your hopes dashed. Consequently, you are too low-spirited at present to appreciate that I am perfect and therefore cannot be detestable." She gazed at him for a moment, up and down, then up again. Then, "Did your wife ever throw things at you?" she said.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Wingare Affair, 1925
Self‑importance and insecurity can distort perception and cause irrational behavior.
In simple terms: Ego and insecurity cloud judgment.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility and self‑awareness.
Themes
psychology
ego
insecurity
Mood
introspective
thoughtful
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- team meetings
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
self‑reflection
interpersonal dynamics
literary analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your defensive tone?
- How can you recognize when you’re projecting?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on ego may ignore external factors.
