Quote by Carl Gustav Jung

I cannot love anyone if I hate myself. That is the reason why we feel so extremely uncomfortable in the presence of people who are noted for their special virtuousness, for they radiate an atmosphere of the torture they inflict on themselves. That is not a virtue but a vice.

I cannot love anyone if I hate myself. That is the reason wh

Summary

This quote highlights the underlying connection between self-love and the capacity to love others. It suggests that one cannot genuinely love another person if they hold contempt or hatred towards themselves. The discomfort experienced in the company of exceptionally virtuous individuals is attributed to the self-inflicted torment they endure. The quote argues that this self-imposed suffering is not virtuous but rather a flaw, as it hinders their ability to relate to and genuinely love others. Self-love is seen as an essential foundation for cultivating healthy and authentic relationships with others.

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