Quote by Eric Hoffer
However much we guard ourselves against it, we tend to shape ourselves in the image others have of us. It is not so much the example of others we imitate, as the reflection of ourselves in their eyes and the echo of ourselves in their words.
Summary
This quote suggests that despite our best efforts, we often find ourselves influenced by how others perceive and define us. Instead of simply imitating the behavior of others, we are more prone to internalize and embody the image they project onto us. It emphasizes the power of others' perspectives and the impact their words and opinions have in molding our self-perception and actions.
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By Eric Hoffer