Quote by Charles Horton Cooley

If we divine a discrepancy between a man's words and his character, the whole impression of him becomes broken and painful he revolts the imagination by his lack of unity, and even the good in him is hardly accepted.

If we divine a discrepancy between a man's words and his cha

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of consistency between a person's words and their character. It suggests that when there is a noticeable difference between what a person says and how they truly are, it disturbs the overall perception of that individual. This discrepancy creates a sense of unease and discomfort, making it difficult for others to truly accept and appreciate even the positive aspects of that person. Essentially, maintaining authenticity and congruence between words and character is crucial to avoid causing disappointment and skepticism in others.

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