“It's terrifying to see someone inside of whom a vital spring seems to have been broken. It's particularly terrifying to see him in your mirror.”
Quote by Mignon McLaughlin
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Aperçus: The Aphorisms of Mignon McLaughlin
Aperçus compiles a selection of aphorisms from the renowned author Mignon McLaughlin, offering a glimpse into her sharp wit and profound observations on life and human nature. more
Author
Mignon McLaughlin
Mignon McLaughlin was an American journalist and writer known for her unique sense of humor and profound insights into human nature. Her work often delves into the complexities of life, resonating with readers. more
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“Those who are brutally honest are seldom so with themselves.”
“Nobody really knows whether they are a poet. I knew I was interested from the age of 15.”
“With each passing year, one has less to say, and knows better how to say it.”
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“Confession is good for the conscience, but it usually bypasses the soul.”
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“Without enthusiasm, virtue functions not at all, and vice only poorly.”
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“When "Why not do it?" barely outweighs "Why do it?" — don't do it.”
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“No woman wants to see herself too clearly.”
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“Women go to beauty parlors for the unmussed look men hate.”
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“Women polish the silver and water the plants and wait to be really needed.”
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“A woman asks little of love: only that she be able to feel like a heroine.”
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