Quote by George Eliot
I had some ambition. I meant everything to be different with me. I thought I had more strength and mastery. But the most terrible obstacles are such as nobody can see except oneself.
Summary
This quote portrays a realization about the hidden struggles individuals often face. The speaker had aspirations and believed they possessed the ability to change their circumstances. However, they came to recognize that the greatest challenges in life are often internal and invisible to others. These personal obstacles, whether emotional, mental, or internalized, can be the most daunting and difficult to overcome, often requiring a personal journey of self-reflection and growth.
By George Eliot