Quote by Virginia Woolf

But it is just when opinions universally prevail and we have added lip service to their authority that we become sometimes most keenly conscious that we do not believe a word that we are saying.

But it is just when opinions universally prevail and we have

Summary

This quote suggests that when society as a whole unquestioningly adopts certain opinions and gives them unwavering authority, individuals may realize that they personally do not genuinely believe in those ideas. This awareness typically arises when people merely pay lip service to these prevailing opinions, expressing adherence without sincere conviction. It highlights how blindly conforming to popular beliefs can push individuals to confront their own lack of genuine belief, leading them to question the authenticity of their own words and actions.

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