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“I never forget. I never forgive. I can wait. I find it very easy to harbor a grudge. I have scores to settle.” quote by Tom Wolfe
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“I never forget. I never forgive. I can wait. I find it very easy to harbor a grudge. I have scores to settle.”

Tom Wolfe

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Bonfire of the Vanities, Tom Wolfe, 1987

Holding onto resentment fuels a desire for revenge, preventing peace and personal growth.

In simple terms: Grudges lead to revenge, not healing.

Key Takeaway

Let go of grudges.

Themes

revenge resentment forgiveness psychology

Mood

brooding reflective

Type

philosophical cautionary

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • legal disputes
  • workplace conflicts
  • family feuds

Key Concepts

ego justice emotional health

Questions to Reflect On

  • What would you gain by releasing this grudge?
  • How does holding a grudge affect your wellbeing?
A Different Perspective

Forgiveness can be difficult when harm is deep.

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