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Faithful Quote by Cyril Connolly

“When young we are faithful to individuals, when older we grow loyal to situations and to types.” quote by Cyril Connolly
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“When young we are faithful to individuals, when older we grow loyal to situations and to types.”

Cyril Connolly

About This Quote

Source Essay: "The Book of the Dead", 1976

Youthful devotion to people shifts to allegiance toward broader contexts and archetypes as we age.

In simple terms: We change loyalties over time.

Key Takeaway

Adapt loyalty to evolving perspectives.

Themes

growth loyalty identity aging

Mood

reflective analytical

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • career evolution
  • cultural affiliation

Key Concepts

psychology social dynamics philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How have your loyalties evolved?
  • Do you risk losing personal connections?
A Different Perspective

Over‑generalizing can overlook individual nuance.

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