Quote by Zane Grey
““An awful sense of her deadness, of her soul-blighting selfishness, began to dawn upon her as something monstrous out of dim, gray obscurity.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Lone Star Ranger, 1915
Describes a realization of a person's deep, selfish emptiness as a monstrous, obscured presence.
In simple terms: Recognizes a person's harmful selfishness.
Key Takeaway
Beware hidden selfish motives.
Themes
character
morality
selfishness
Mood
cautionary
serious
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- leadership
- team dynamics
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
psychology
darkness
monstrosity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you identify hidden selfishness?
- What steps can you take when confronting it?
A Different Perspective
Selfishness can be misinterpreted as strength.
