Quote by Margaret Fuller
Be what you would seem to be - or, if you'd like it put more simply - a house is no home unless it contains food and fire for the mind as well as the body.
Summary
This quote suggests that true identity lies in living up to one's appearance or desired perception. It emphasizes the idea that being true to oneself involves not only fulfilling our physical needs but also nourishing our intellectual and emotional well-being. Comparing a house to a home, it implies that a fulfilling existence encompasses both material comforts (food and fire for the body) and the stimulation and growth of the mind and soul. To truly be what we aspire to be, we must strive for a balanced and nourishing life in all aspects.