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Babies Quote by Stanley Bing

“In terms of their power over other adults, the sheer force of their monomaniacal self-interest and their utter lack of shame, they may be compared to only one other group of humans on the planet: babies.” quote by Stanley Bing
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““In terms of their power over other adults, the sheer force of their monomaniacal self-interest and their utter lack of shame, they may be compared to only one other group of humans on the planet: babies.””

Stanley Bing

About This Quote

Source Essay: Unknown, contemporary author

Adults can be as selfish and shameless as infants, driven by narrow self‑interest.

In simple terms: Adults can be selfish like babies.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and curb selfish impulses.

Themes

selfishness humility human nature

Mood

critical reflective

Type

analytical observational

When to use this quote

  • workplace dynamics
  • family decisions
  • political negotiations
  • social media interactions

Key Concepts

psychology ethics developmental comparison

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you seen self‑interest dominate?
  • How can empathy counteract selfishness?
A Different Perspective

Not all adults are equally self‑centered; context matters.

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