Quote by George Eliot

It is possible to have a strong self-love without any self-satisfaction, rather with a self-discontent which is the more intense because one's own little core of egoistic sensibility is a supreme care.

It is possible to have a strong self-love without any self-s

Summary

This quote suggests that it is possible to love oneself deeply without being fully satisfied with oneself. Instead, this love arises from a feeling of inner discontent, which may be even more powerful because an individual's ego and personal sensitivities become of utmost importance to them. It implies that self-love can exist alongside a constant striving for self-improvement and growth, driven by a sense of care and concern for one's own well-being.

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