Ambivalence Quote by Tracy Kidder
““I think Farmer taps into a universal anxiety and also into a fundamental place in some troubled consciences, into what he calls "ambivalence," the often unacknowledged uneasiness that some of the fortunate feel about their place in the world, the thing he once told me he designed his life to avoid.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, 1995
The quote describes how a writer captures a deep, often hidden discomfort that privileged people feel about their role in society, termed ambivalence.
In simple terms: It points out hidden guilt among the fortunate.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address hidden discomfort.
Themes
identity
guilt
privilege
anxiety
selfreflection
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
analytical
critical
When to use this quote
- leadership coaching
- diversity training
- personal development
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
psychology
social critique
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you experience ambivalence about your advantages?
- How can awareness of this feeling improve empathy?
A Different Perspective
It may overgeneralize the feelings of all privileged individuals.
