Anyone who idolizes you is going to hate you when he discovers that you are fallible. He never forgives. He has deceived himself, and he blames you for it.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Idolization creates a fragile bond where discovering flaws leads to hatred.
- In plain terms
- People who put you on a pedestal will hate you when they see your faults.
- What can you take from it?
- Avoid those who worship you rather than know you.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do we idolize others?
- How do you handle being seen clearly?
Another view
It assumes all idolizers react with hatred rather than understanding.
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