Quote by Margaret Fuller

Beware of over-great pleasure in being popular or even beloved.

Beware of over-great pleasure in being popular or even belov

Summary

This quote serves as a cautionary reminder about the potential dangers of finding too much pleasure or deriving excessive value from being popular or beloved. It implies that an excessive desire for popularity may lead to compromising one's values, beliefs, or authenticity in order to gain acceptance and admiration from others. By emphasizing the word "beware," the quote warns against becoming too dependent on external validation and highlights the importance of maintaining individuality and staying true to oneself in the face of popularity or admiration.

By Margaret Fuller

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