Quote by Maxwell Maltz

We are injured and hurt emotionally, Not so much by other people or what they say and don't say, But by our own attitude and our own response.

We are injured and hurt emotionally, Not so much by other pe

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This quote suggests that the emotional injuries we experience are primarily caused not by others and their actions or words, but by our own attitudes and responses. It emphasizes the role of personal perception and interpretation in determining our emotional well-being. By taking responsibility for how we interpret events and choosing our responses wisely, we can minimize the emotional harm we experience, ultimately having more control over our own happiness and resilience.

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