“The person who distrusts himself has no touchstone for reality - for this touchstone can be only oneself. Such a person interpose between himself and reality nothing less than a labyrinth of attitudes. And these attitudes, furthermore, though the person is usually unaware of it (is unaware of so much), are historical and public attitudes.”
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“Perspective, my boy. It's what can separate you from the rest. And I think you have that gift.”
“Persecution complexes are reaffirming to those who benefit from unearned privileges.”
“I'd like to believe that my kiss has made you see me in a whole different light.”
“You only reveal your game plan when you know you're winning, or losing.”
“Sometimes the shackles of oneself are worse than those of others.”