Character Quote by Thomas Paine
““Character is much easier kept than recovered, and that man, if any such there be, who, from sinister views, or littleness of soul, lends unseen his hand to injure it, contrives a wound it will never be in his power to heal.””
About This Quote
Character is fragile; once damaged by malicious intent, it may never fully recover.
In simple terms: Character can be broken, hard to fix.
Key Takeaway
Protect your character.
Themes
integrity
vulnerability
morality
Mood
cautious
serious
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- leadership
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
ethics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you safeguard your character?
- Can damaged character be healed?
A Different Perspective
Some believe character can be rebuilt with effort.
