Dependence Quote by Rollo May
“Many modern people have gone so far in their dependence on others for their feeling of reality that they are afraid that without it they would lose the sense of their own existence.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Meaning of Anxiety by Rollo May, 1950
People rely so much on others for validation that they fear losing identity without it.
In simple terms: Dependence on others can erode self‑sense.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner validation.
Themes
identity
dependence
existence
Mood
reflective
introspective
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- personal development workshops
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
psychology
self‑esteem
social influence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define yourself beyond others' opinions?
- What practices strengthen inner reality?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on external validation can ignore healthy interdependence.
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