Quote by Ethan Hawke

I think that as soon as you think of yourself as a famous person or anything like that, you're objectifying yourself in some weird way.

I think that as soon as you think of yourself as a famous pe

Summary

This quote suggests that when one begins to perceive oneself as famous or place excessive importance on such identity, they are devaluing their own humanity by turning themselves into a mere object. It implies that adopting an inflated self-image or celebrity status undermines one's true essence and connection with others, emphasizing the negative consequences of extreme self-centeredness. The quote promotes the idea of staying grounded and prioritizing genuine human experiences over self-objectification.

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By Ethan Hawke

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