Children Quote by Fanny Burney
““But alas, my dear child, we are the slaves of custom, the dupes of prejudice, and dare not stem the torrent of the opposing world, even though our judgments condemn our compliance! However, since the die is cast, we must endeavor to make the best of it.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Evelina by Fanny Burney, 1778
We are bound by societal norms and prejudices, making it hard to resist external pressures, yet we must accept reality and try to improve it.
In simple terms: Society limits us, but we must adapt and make the best of our situation.
Key Takeaway
Accept constraints, seek improvement.
Themes
society
prejudice
acceptance
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- social activism
- conflict resolution
- career choices
Key Concepts
norms
psychology
agency
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you challenge a prejudice you accept?
- What small change can improve a restrictive norm?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep-rooted customs is difficult and may require collective effort.
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