One’s actions can sometimes lead to the distortion of his/her perception as well as destroying their self-image. This concept is presented in the book Oedipus Rex written by Sophocles, in which the Oedipus, the protagonist, goes through numerous of emotional phases as his actions, predetermined by the oracles, cause him to be in complete devastationcompletely devastated. Oedipus, therefore, seeks for misery, as he blames his actions for his destined deeds. Moreover, in Oedipus Rex, written by Sophocles critical diction highlights how one’s guilt can lead to his/her demise, as well as the people’sthat of those around them.