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“Look at Charlie Brown's face. Would you please hold still a minute Charlie Brown? I want Linus to study your face. Now this is what you call a failure face, Linus. Notice how it has failure written all over it. Study it carefully Linus. You rarely see such a good example. Notice the deep lines…” quote by Charles M. Schulz
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“Look at Charlie Brown's face. Would you please hold still a minute Charlie Brown? I want Linus to study your face. Now this is what you call a failure face, Linus. Notice how it has failure written all over it. Study it carefully Linus. You rarely see such a good example. Notice the deep lines, the dull vacant look in the eyes. Yes, I would say this is one of the finest examples of a failure face that your liable to see for a long while.”

Charles M. Schulz

About This Quote

Source Comic Strip: Peanuts, 1970s

The narrator examines a “failure face,” pointing out its expressive details as a study in human vulnerability.

In simple terms: Observing flaws reveals deeper truths.

Key Takeaway

Learn from imperfections.

Themes

observation vulnerability humanity

Mood

thoughtful analytical empathetic

Type

philosophical observational

When to use this quote

  • self‑reflection
  • empathy
  • recognizing flaws
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

psychology of failure self‑acceptance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this “failure face” teach you about yourself?
  • How can you reframe perceived failures?
A Different Perspective

Focusing on failure may overlook strengths.

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