Every day Quote by Jane Austen
““The more I see of the world, the more am I dissatisfied with it; and every day confirms my belief of the inconsistency of all human characters, and of the little dependence that can be placed on the appearance of either merit or sense.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Pride and Prejudice, 1813
Worldly observation reveals human inconsistency and the unreliability of merit or sense.
In simple terms: People often act inconsistently and unreliably.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions about others’ motives.
Themes
human nature
skepticism
social observation
Mood
analytical
cautious
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- reading clubs
- critical thinking
- personal reflection
- writing
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence supports your view of inconsistency?
- How can you balance skepticism with openness?
A Different Perspective
Overgeneralizing can lead to cynicism and mistrust.
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