Quote by Walter Lippmann

Between ourselves and our real natures we interpose that wax figure of idealizations and selections which we call our character.

Between ourselves and our real natures we interpose that wax

Summary

This quote suggests that there is a barrier between our true selves and the image we present to the world, which is created through idealizations and selective representations. The "wax figure" refers to the artificial and molded character we construct to fit social expectations and personal ideals. It implies that we often hide our authentic selves behind this facade, creating distance and disconnection between who we are deep down and how we portray ourselves to others.

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