Disgusting Quote by Will Oldham
“I don't know the reasons why something is intimidating to me or disgusting to me and I don't like feeling that way, either. I don't like it when something turns me off, on any level. So, its a matter of saying: Well, I can either sit here and reject, or I can do double-time embracing of something else just to reassure myself that I'm not against the world.”
About This Quote
The speaker feels discomfort toward things they find intimidating or repulsive and dislikes the feeling, choosing either rejection or overcompensating by embracing the opposite to avoid feeling antagonistic toward the world.
In simple terms: Discomfort leads to either rejection or overcompensation to avoid feeling against the world
Key Takeaway
Choose honest self‑acceptance over forced overcompensation
Themes
self‑awareness
emotional regulation
authenticity
Mood
conflicted
reflective
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
- mental health
- relationship dynamics
Key Concepts
psychology
self‑compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- What underlying beliefs drive your aversion?
- How can you accept discomfort without overcorrecting?
A Different Perspective
Overcompensation can mask underlying issues rather than resolve them
