“Gratitude is a euphemism for resentment.”
“My relationship with him was defined by these complex emotions, this mixture of gratitude and resentment.”
“Resentment and gratitude cannot coexist, since resentment blocks the perception and experience of life as a gift. My resentment tells me that I don't receive what I deserve. It always manifests itself in envy.”
“It is easy to tell confidence from pride. Confidence lifts, encourages, helps, and is full of gratitude. Pride demeans, mocks, destroys, and is bitter and resentful.”
“It hurt, and that is not a euphemism. It hurt like a beating.”
“Controversial' as we all know, is often a euphemism for 'interesting and intelligent.”