"There are people, who the more you do for them, the less they will do for themselves"
- Jane Austen
About this Quote
This quote by Jane Austen speaks to the concept that some people are not encouraged to do things for themselves, even when others are doing things for them. It recommends that when individuals are offered excessive assistance, they end up being complacent and count on others to do things for them. This can be seen in many elements of life, from relationships to work. For example, if someone is continuously doing favors for their partner, they may become less likely to do things for themselves, such as taking effort to plan dates or shock their partner. Likewise, if somebody is offered too much aid at work, they may end up being less likely to take effort and put in the additional effort to get ahead. This quote is a reminder to be mindful of just how much assistance we offer to others, as it can have a negative effect on their motivation and desire to do things for themselves.
"The opportunity to create a small world between two pieces of cardboard, where time exists yet stands still, where people talk and I tell them what to say, is exciting and rewarding"
