Deny Quote by Susan Glaspell
“For nothing is so hard to hear as that which is half known, and evaded. One never denies so hotly as in denying to one's self what one fears is true, and one never resents so bitterly as in resenting that which one cannot say one has the right to resent.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Glass Menagerie, 1944
Denial and resentment arise when we avoid confronting half‑known truths about ourselves.
In simple terms: Avoiding half‑known truths fuels denial and resentment.
Key Takeaway
Face uncomfortable truths directly.
Themes
self-awareness
psychology
emotional health
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- personal therapy
- conflict resolution
- creative writing
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
cognitive dissonance
self-deception
repression
Questions to Reflect On
- What half‑known truth are you avoiding?
- How does resentment manifest when you cannot name it?
A Different Perspective
Denial can protect fragile ego but may prevent growth.
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