Self-parody is the first portent of age. Larry McMurtry ageparodyportent Change image and share on social
Self-pity, a dominant characteristic of sociopaths, is also the characteristic that differentiates heroic storytelling from psychological rumination. When you talk about your experiences to shed light, you may feel wrenching pain, grief, anger, or shame. Your audience may pity you, but not because you want them to. Martha Beck angeraudiencecharacteristic share on social
Self-pity comes so naturally to all of us. The most solid happiness can be shaken by the compassion of a fool. Andre Maurois compassionfoolhappiness Change image and share on social
Self-pity in its early stage is as snug as a feather mattress. Only when it hardens does it become uncomfortable. Maya Angelou earlyfeatherharden Change image and share on social
Self-pity is never useful. It tends to distort like a fun-house mirror. Anne Roiphe distortfunhouse Change image and share on social
Self-pity is our worst enemy and if we yield to it, we can never do anything wise in this world. Helen Keller badenemypity Change image and share on social
Self-praise is for losers. Be a winner. Stand for something. Always have class, and be humble. John Madden classhumbleloser Change image and share on social