Quote by Marie Carmichael Stopes

You can take no credit for beauty at sixteen. But if you are beautiful at sixty, it will be your own soul's doing.

You can take no credit for beauty at sixteen. But if you are

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This quote asserts that true beauty is not solely dependent on external appearance but is a reflection of one's inner qualities and character. It suggests that the beauty of youth may be gifted by nature, but true beauty that endures and blossoms over time comes from the growth and development of one's soul. It implies that as we age, our experiences, wisdom, and virtues shape our inner beauty, making it more meaningful and commendable than just a youthful exterior.

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