Definitions Quote by Saul Bellow
“Excuse me ... but I reject your definitions of me.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Henderson the Rain, 1979
Rejects external definitions, asserting personal self‑definition.
In simple terms: Define yourself, not others.
Key Takeaway
Own your identity.
Themes
identity
self‑definition
autonomy
language
philosophy
Mood
reflective
defiant
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal branding
- psychological counseling
- creative writing
- social media presence
Key Concepts
Existential authenticity
self‑narrative
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines you beyond others' labels?
- How do you resist imposed identities?
A Different Perspective
Self‑definition can clash with societal expectations.
![“The self is defined psychologically as the psychic totality of the individual. Anything that a [person] postulates as being a greater totality than [oneself] can become a symbol of the self. For this reason the symbol of the self is not always as total as the definition would require.” quote by Carl Jung](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/251/carl-jung-274_defined_the-self-is-defined-psychologically-as-t_7148.jpg)
