Quote by Christian Nevell Bovee

Sensitiveness is closely allied to egotism; and excessive sensibility is only another name for morbid self-consciousness. The cure for tender sensibilities is to make more of our objects and less of our selves.

Sensitiveness is closely allied to egotism; and excessive se

Summary

This quote suggests that being overly sensitive is closely linked to an excessive focus on oneself, which can be seen as egotism. It goes on to argue that an exaggerated sensitivity is a result of an unhealthy self-consciousness. The solution to this is to shift our attention and importance away from ourselves and towards external objects or matters. By doing so, we can cure our overly tender sensitivities and free ourselves from the burden of excessive self-awareness.

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By Christian Nevell Bovee

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