The self-despisers are less intent on their own increase than on the d…

Eric Hoffer
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The self-despisers are less intent on their own increase than on the diminution of others. Where self-esteem is unobtainable, envy takes the place of greed. ✨ Eric Hoffer (1996). The Passionate State of Mind
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