Eric Hoffer Quote

The awareness of their individual blemishes and shortcomings inclines the frustrated to detect ill will and meanness in their fellow men. Self-contempt, however vague, sharpens our eyes for the imperfections of others. We usually strive to reveal in others the blemishes we hide in ourselves.

Section 100 - The True Believer (1951) - Part Three: United Action and Self-Sacrifice