Quote by Elizabeth Gaskell

The French girls would tell you, to believe that you were pretty would make you so.

The French girls would tell you, to believe that you were pr

Summary

This quote suggests that the perception of beauty is heavily influenced by one's own belief in their attractiveness. According to French girls, if someone has confidence in their own beauty, they will exude that confidence, which in turn can make them appear more attractive to others. It highlights the power of self-perception and the idea that believing in one's beauty has the potential to shape how others perceive them.

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Beauty Self Esteem Prettiness

By Elizabeth Gaskell

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