'Don't feel like Satan but I am to them.' - 'Rockin' in the Free World'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker acknowledges others view them negatively despite not feeling that way internally.
- In plain terms
- I don't feel evil, but others see me that way.
- What can you take from it?
- Perception often overrides intent.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do others see you?
- Does intent matter if perception differs?
Another view
It doesn't address why others feel that way.
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