Quote by Alice Sebold

You could not be filled with hate and be beautiful. Like any other girl, I wanted to be beautiful. But I was filled with hate.

You could not be filled with hate and be beautiful. Like any

Summary

This quote emphasizes the idea that hate and beauty are incompatible. The speaker expresses a desire to be beautiful, acknowledging that beauty is a common aspiration for most girls. However, they confess that their inner state of being consumed by hate prevents them from embodying true beauty. The quote suggests that hatred has the power to distort one's perception of themselves and negatively impact their ability to radiate beauty. It serves as a reminder that inner peace and love are essential for true beauty to flourish.

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Beauty Hate Wishes Beautiful

By Alice Sebold

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