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“Anna had the faculty of blushing.” quote by Leo Tolstoy
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““Anna had the faculty of blushing.””

Leo Tolstoy

About This Quote

Source Novel: Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy, 1877

A character’s tendency to blush reveals deep sensitivity and social awareness, showing how emotions can be both involuntary and socially significant.

In simple terms: Blushing shows sensitivity and social awareness.

Key Takeaway

Notice and respect subtle emotional cues.

Themes

sensitivity social awareness emotional expression

Mood

reflective empathetic

Type

literary observational

When to use this quote

  • personal interactions
  • first impressions
  • public speaking
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

psychology social norms

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does blushing affect your confidence?
  • When might you hide your true feelings?
A Different Perspective

Blushing can be misinterpreted as weakness or insincerity.

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