Egoism Quote by Sigmund Freud
““Here libido and ego-interest share the same fate and have once more become indistinguishable from each other. The familiar egoism of the sick person covers them both. We find it so natural because we are certain that in the same situation we should behave in just the same way. The way in which the readiness to love, however great, is banished by bodily ailments, and suddenly replaced by complete indifference, is a theme which has been sufficiently exploited by comic writers.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Ego and the Id, 1923
Ego and libido merge, leading to indistinguishable selfishness, especially when illness forces indifference.
In simple terms: Ego and desire become the same.
Key Takeaway
Observe how health influences motivation.
Themes
psychology
ego
desire
Mood
analytical
serious
Type
theoretical
clinical
When to use this quote
- clinical practice
- personal reflection
- creative writing
Key Concepts
identity
health psychology
motivation theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How does illness alter personal drive?
- Can ego and desire be separated?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex motives.
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