Quote by George Eliot

For character too is a process and an unfolding... among our valued friends is there not someone or other who is a little too self confident and disdainful; whose distinguished mind is a little spotted with commonness; who is a little pinched here and protuberant there with native prejudices; or whose better energies are liable to lapse down the wrong channel under the influence of transient solicitations?

For character too is a process and an unfolding... among our

Summary

This quote highlights that character development is not a fixed state but an ongoing process. It suggests that even among our closest friends, we may observe flaws and shortcomings. It emphasizes that no one is immune to biases, ignorance, or moral lapses. The quote implies that individuals may exhibit traits of self-confidence, disdainfulness, commonness, prejudices, or susceptibility to distractions. The purpose of this explanation is to underline the dynamic nature of character and the need for constant self-reflection and growth in order to overcome these limitations.

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By George Eliot

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