There's a lot of narcissism in self-hatred. — David Foster Wallace

There's a lot of narcissism in self-hatred.

Author: David Foster Wallace

Insight: Self-loathing often keeps you center stage, just in a different costume. Whether you're obsessing over your flaws or your virtues, you're still the main character—and that's the real trap.

Source: The depressed person is selfish. Infinite Jest, 1996

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There's a lot of narcissism in self-hatred.

David Foster WallaceThe depressed person is selfish. Infinite Jest, 1996

Insight

Self-loathing often keeps you center stage, just in a different costume. Whether you're obsessing over your flaws or your virtues, you're still the main character—and that's the real trap.

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David Foster Wallace

David Foster Wallace was an American writer and professor known for his influential works in contemporary literature. He is acclaimed for his novel "Infinite Jest" and his distinctive writing style characterized by complex narratives and intricate exploration of human experiences.

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