Bitch Quote by William James
“The exclusive worship of the bitch-goddess Success is our national disease.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Will to Believe” (1902)
Criticizes society’s worship of success as a harmful, pervasive disease.
In simple terms: Success obsession harms society
Key Takeaway
Question the value placed on success
Themes
success
societal pressure
health
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
philosophical
social
When to use this quote
- career ambition
- public policy
- personal fulfillment
Key Concepts
materialism
national identity
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines healthy ambition?
- How can we balance success with well‑being?
A Different Perspective
Success can also motivate positive growth
