Idealism Quote by W. Somerset Maugham
““The idealist withdrew himself, because he could not suffer the jostling of the human crowd; he had not the strength to fight and so called the battle vulgar; he was vain, and since his fellows would not take him at his own estimate, consoled himself with despising his fellows.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Of Human Bondage, 1915
Idealist retreats due to lack of resilience and social acceptance, leading to contempt.
In simple terms: Idealist avoids conflict and despises others.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate resilience and humility.
Themes
idealism
social isolation
self‑esteem
Mood
melancholic
analytical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- workplace
- social groups
- personal growth
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives your social withdrawal?
- How can you build inner strength?
A Different Perspective
May generalize individual experience.
