Quote by Oscar Wilde

I don't at all like knowing what people say of me behind my back. It makes me far too conceited.

I don't at all like knowing what people say of me behind my

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their discomfort with knowing what others say about them when they are not present. Rather than feeling vulnerable or hurt by negative opinions or critiques, the speaker admits that it actually boosts their ego and inflates their sense of self-importance. By acknowledging this conceit, the speaker highlights their awareness of the potential dangers of indulging in praise or gossip, emphasizing a preference for humility and genuine feedback.

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People Witty Gossip Egotism Selfawareness

By Oscar Wilde

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