The Eldest Stepsister (Charlotte)
One of Cinderella's two cruel and self-absorbed stepsisters.
Core Belief
"Personal appearance and social status define one's worth, and those who lack these qualities are deserving of scorn."
Worldview
The eldest stepsister sees the world as a competition for status and attention. She believes that she is entitled to a privileged position and is resentful of anyone who threatens her standing. She is shallow and materialistic.
Personality
The eldest stepsister is vain, selfish, and envious of Cinderella. She is preoccupied with her appearance and social standing, and she eagerly participates in her mother's mistreatment of Cinderella. She lacks empathy and is generally unpleasant.
In Their Own Words
"“For my part,” said the eldest, “I will wear my red velvet suit with French trimming.”"
"“If thou hadst been at the ball,” said one of her sisters, “thou would’st not have been tired with it. There came thither the finest Princess, the most beautiful ever was seen with mortal eyes. She showed us a thousand civilities and gave us oranges and citrons.”"
"“Ay, to be sure,” cried Miss Charlotte; “lend my clothes to such it dirty cinder maid as thou art! I should be a fool.”"
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