Quote by Charles Dickens

what I want you to be - I don't mean physically but morally: you are very well physically - is a firm fellow, a fine firm fellow, with a will of your own, with resolution. with determination. with strength of character that is not to be influenced except on good reason by anybody, or by anything. That's what I want you to be. That's what your father

what I want you to be - I don't mean physically but morally:

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In this quote, the speaker expresses their desire for the other person to possess strong moral qualities rather than focusing solely on physical attributes. They emphasize the importance of being firm, determined, and resolute in their character. The speaker wants the person to have a strong will that cannot be easily influenced by anyone or anything unless there is a valid reason. Overall, they seek an individual with unwavering integrity and independence. The mention of "your father" suggests that these values may have been inherited or upheld by a previous generation.

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