A man's own dinner is to himself so important that he cannot bring himself to believe that it is a matter utterly indifferent to every one else.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People prioritize their own needs above all else. They assume others care about their personal matters as much as they do.
- In plain terms
- We think our personal needs matter to everyone, but they usually do not.
- What can you take from it?
- Avoid assuming others are as invested in your daily life as you are.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When did you assume others cared about your problems?
- How often is your personal drama truly public?
Another view
Close relationships may actually involve significant mutual interest.
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