Quote by W. Somerset Maugham

When you choose your friends, don't be short-changed by choosing personality over character.

When you choose your friends, don't be short-changed by choo

Summary

This quote implies that when selecting friends, it is important to prioritize character traits over superficial aspects like personality. Personality may be charming and magnetic, but it can sometimes be deceptive or fleeting. On the other hand, character represents a person's morals, values, and integrity, which are much more reliable traits to look for in a friend. This quote reminds us to consider the substance beneath an individual's outward appearance before forming deep connections with them.

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Character

By W. Somerset Maugham

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