“I’m Sick of Just Liking People. I Wish to God I Could Meet Somebody I Could Respect” – What J.D. Salinger Teaches Us About True Connection
J.D. Salinger’s timeless quote, “I’m sick of just liking people. I wish to God I could meet somebody I could respect,” reveals a deep longing for authenticity in a world obsessed with appearances. This post explores how Salinger’s message about respect, truth, and inner integrity still challenges today’s culture of shallow connections.