Self-contempt in others manifests as anger or contempt toward external objects; if the external target were removed, the person would have to confront their own self-contempt, which is psychologically difficult to admit.

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Speaker

Tim Ferriss

Evidence Quote

“it wasn't that this veterinary didn't like animals I think he didn't like himself and when that is though the subject usually must find an area for dislike outside himself else he would have to admit his self contempt”

Source

How to Remember What You Read— Tim Ferriss
Created: 8/11/2026, 1:10:09 AM

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