Quote by Alphonse Karr

Everyone has three characters, that which they exhibit, that which they have, and that which they think they have.

Everyone has three characters, that which they exhibit, that

Summary

This quote suggests that each person possesses three different dimensions of their character. The first character refers to how they present themselves to others, the image they choose to portray. The second character represents their true inner qualities, their strengths, weaknesses, and values. The third character points to the perception individuals have of themselves, which may not always align with their actual character. Therefore, the quote highlights the complexity of human nature and the discrepancy between self-perception and reality.

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By Alphonse Karr

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