Quote by George Eliot

We have all got to exert ourselves a little to keep sane, and call things by the same names as other people call them by.

We have all got to exert ourselves a little to keep sane, an

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of conformity and socialization for maintaining sanity. It suggests that in order to preserve our mental well-being, we must make an effort to align our understanding and interpretation of things with the majority or societal norms. By using the same names and labels as others, we can establish common ground and avoid feeling isolated or disconnected from the collective understanding of reality. It implies that there is a need to fit in and adapt to the shared perspectives and accepted language in order to maintain a sense of normalcy and mental balance.

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By George Eliot

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