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“We grow tired of ourselves, much more of other people.” quote by William Hazlitt
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“We grow tired of ourselves, much more of other people.”

William Hazlitt

About This Quote

Source Essay: On the Pleasure of the Imagination, 1818

We often become more annoyed by others than by our own habits, reflecting self‑awareness gaps.

In simple terms: We get more irritated by others than ourselves.

Key Takeaway

Reflect on personal triggers.

Themes

self‑awareness relationships irritation

Mood

frustrated reflective

Type

observational advice

When to use this quote

  • workplace
  • family gatherings
  • online forums
  • friend groups

Key Concepts

psychology social perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your irritation?
  • How can you improve self‑awareness?
A Different Perspective

Self‑criticism may be ignored.

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