Cease Quote by Norman Douglas
“They who are all things to their neighbors cease to be anything to themselves.”
About This Quote
Source Book: South Wind by Norman Douglas, 1917
People who try to please everyone lose their own sense of self.
In simple terms: Trying to satisfy all erodes personal identity.
Prioritize self‑knowledge over external approval.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- community involvement
- leadership decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does being true to yourself cost?
- How can you balance caring for others with self‑preservation?
Overemphasis on self can alienate others.