Abandon Quote by Veronica Roth
“As a teenager, I put a lot of pressure on myself, and a lot of that, for me, was about finding a moral high ground. As I've grown up, I've decided to abandon that because it made me judgmental and also stressed me out.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Interview with Veronica Roth, 2020
The speaker reflects on abandoning the pursuit of moral superiority because it caused judgment and stress.
In simple terms: Stopping trying to be morally superior reduced judgment and stress.
Key Takeaway
Let go of moral perfectionism.
Themes
self‑improvement
humility
mental health
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
personal
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- relationships
- workplace dynamics
Key Concepts
moral relativism
self‑acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- How does letting go of judgment improve relationships?
- What practices help maintain humility?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on moral high ground can alienate others and increase anxiety.
