Books Quote by William Hazlitt
““We hate old friends: we hate old books: we hate old opinions; and at last we come to hate ourselves.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: "On the Pleasure of Hating", 1821
We tend to reject familiar things and eventually turn that rejection inward, hating ourselves.
In simple terms: We hate familiar things and then ourselves.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and accept change to avoid self‑hate.
Themes
self‑reflection
change
self‑acceptance
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- relationships
- literary criticism
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
identity
Questions to Reflect On
- What familiar aspects of yourself do you resist?
- How can embracing past influences reduce self‑hate?
A Different Perspective
Self‑hate can stem from fear of aging and loss.
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