Dance Quote by Jane Austen
““But Elizabeth was not formed for ill-humour; and though every prospect of her own was destroyed for the evening, it could not dwell long on her spirits; and having told all her griefs to Charlotte Lucas, whom she had not seen for a week, she was soon able to make a voluntary transition to the oddities of her cousin, and to point him out to her particular notice. The first two dances, however, brought a return of distress; they were dances of mortification. Mr. Collins, awkward””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Pride and Prejudice, 1813
Elizabeth remains resilient despite a disappointing evening, finding comfort in confiding her grief to a friend and shifting focus to her cousin's quirks.
In simple terms: She stays strong and redirects her thoughts.
Key Takeaway
Seek support and refocus when upset.
Themes
resilience
friendship
social expectations
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
literary
character study
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- social events
- personal setbacks
- confiding in friends
Key Concepts
emotional regulation
self‑care
literary character analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you turn disappointment into a different perspective?
- What role does a trusted friend play in emotional recovery?
A Different Perspective
She may still feel lingering disappointment despite distraction.
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