Quote by Sebastian Roch Nicolas Chamfort
Once we have resolved only to see those who will treat us morally and virtuously, reasonably and truthfully, without treating conventions, vanities and ceremonials as anything other than props of polite society, we will have to live more or less on our own.
Summary
In this quote, the author suggests that if we choose to surround ourselves only with morally upright and truthful individuals who value reason over societal expectations and superficialities, we may find ourselves leading somewhat solitary lives. The quote implies that seeking genuine relationships based on moral virtues and avoiding those who prioritize appearances and social conventions may require us to detach from the broader society and focus on our own personal values and principles.