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Despises Quote by William Congreve

“She likes herself, yet others hates, For that which in herself she prizes; And while she laughs at them, forgets She is the thing that she despises.” quote by William Congreve
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“She likes herself, yet others hates, For that which in herself she prizes; And while she laughs at them, forgets She is the thing that she despises.”

William Congreve

About This Quote

Source Play: The Double, 1693

She is self‑loving yet despises herself, mocking others while ignoring her own flaws.

In simple terms: Self‑love mixed with self‑hatred and hypocrisy.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and reconcile inner contradictions.

Themes

self‑esteem hypocrisy self‑awareness

Mood

conflicted reflective

Type

philosophical critical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • therapy
  • self‑help
  • social interactions

Key Concepts

psychology identity self‑reflection

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does self‑esteem become self‑criticism?
  • What habits reveal hidden self‑hatred?
A Different Perspective

Self‑love can blind one to personal faults.

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