Character Flaws 22-32 out of 100 Character Flaws

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The 11 Character Flaws discussed within this chapter below they are.
#22. Indecisiveness
#23. Excessive Loyalty
#24. Hypocrisy
#25. Ignorance
#26. Manipulativeness
#27. Intolerance
#28. Addictiveness
#29. Over-ambition
#30. Passiveness
#31. Cynicism
#32. Co-dependency.

Many of these can often times do overlap with each other even in real life.

1. 22. Indecisiveness
Indecisiveness is the inability to make decisions quickly.
Why this is interesting: Indecisiveness can create tension as readers wait for a character to make critical choices, reflecting real-life struggles.
Examples: Lord of The Rings: Fellowship of the Ring Frodo, this is part of Boromir's flaw too especially in the movie and concerning Aragorn being the heir of the Throne of Gondor.
The Hobbit in the Book: Bilbo displays this well.
Eustace struggles with this upon his return to Narnia in The Chronicles of Narnia The Silver Chair either second or third chapter in when he's unable to recognize Prince Caspian from far away.
Hamlet in "Hamlet" by William Shakespeare.
His indecisiveness leads to a tragic chain of events, creating a dramatic plot.
Most of you probably know that the cartoon famous Disney Lion King was loosely based on William Shakespeare's play of Hamlet but did you know not one character in The Lion King actually has the flaw of Indecisiveness. Yep, nobody does not even Zazu. Not Scar not the hyenas, not Simba nor Nala nor Timon or Pumba nobody actually has the actually flaw Hamlet the main character was famous for within his play, Skylights.
That's very crazy? Right? They still pulled out referencing the play yet never ever used the Indecisiveness in any of characters of The Lion King.
Key questions: What causes her indecisiveness? How does it impact her life? How does her indecision affect those around her?

2. 23. Excessive Loyalty
Excessive Loyalty is is loyalty to a fault, even when loyalty becomes detrimental
Why this is interesting: Excessive loyalty can lead to moral dilemmas and complex relationships, adding depth to the story.

Example: Samwise Gamgee in "The Lord of the Rings" by J.R.R. Tolkien.
His unwavering loyalty to Frodo drives his character and supports the plot.
First of all in the book it is clarified that not only is Sam actually Excessively Loyal but Gandalf makes say a promise before the two Hobbits start out together. Gandalf instructs Sam. "Stay near him."
So this is poorly hinted at in the movie adaption it gets easily glossed over.
But he's excessively loyal to Frodo, but he's also extremely loyal to Gandalf's request that he'd promise he'd keep.
So it's not loyal born out of nowhere.
Key questions: To whom is he loyal, and why? How has his loyalty been tested? What has he sacrificed for his loyalty?

3. 24. Hypocrisy
Hypocrisy is pretending to have virtues, moral beliefs, or principles that one does not possess.
Why this is interesting: Hypocrisy can unveil unexpected twists and character revelations, keeping readers engaged.
Examples:
Musa as adorable as she is majority of her speeches towards Riven are filled with hypocrisy toward Riven in the Winx Club Show from The Charmix Power episode in Season 2 all the way to the episode where she loses her voice in Season 6 her hypocritical verbal behavior never ceases.
In other words people simplify this flaw in one of two ways.
Musa says something but doesn't act on it.
The second way to put this is Helia's example of Hypocrisy where Helia says something then he acts in the opposite way.
Season 2 He's introduced as a Pacifist who doesn't like to fight people.
In Season 4 he gives this hypocritical line to Riven to recite. "No winning is about when you can rise from a defeat and plan Revenge with those who believe in You."
Yes, that's right Flora's boyfriend is also hypocritical so Musa's not alone with this flaw of hers amongst our main characters.
While this is an okay line in general it should not be coming Helia's mouth as the cartoon show already legit established him as a Pacifist, Skylights
Reverend Dimmesdale in "The Scarlet Letter" by Nathaniel Hawthorne. His hypocrisy adds layers of tension and moral complexity to the story.
Disney Zombies 2 thanks to Willa the Werewolf we can a window right into Zed one of the Zombies slip backs when she outright throws out that yes, "He's a hypocrite!"
She is able to expose under that surface façade with three words how intolerant he has actually been to not just them but Addison too.
And Zed admits in the song, "Flesh & Bone."
"'History changes, but we lost the pages we wrote
When you lose direction, can't see the reflection you know
We came from the bottom,

And then became the problem.
Now everything's out of control."-

When he says "'Can't see the reflection you know.'" what he means is his reflection his being, being way too human like. And rejecting Addison's friendship with the werewolves when she didn't reject his people's friendship is a hypocritical act he did to her, Skylights.

I was really surprised that word was risked in a Disney movie as it is a harsh word and it's a very serious word as well.
But man well done Zombies 2 you've the best message in the best song of All three movies.
For the full Message behind the lyrics of Flesh and Bone check out my Song Analysis Book below it is the 2nd to Last Chapter currently that will change when I figure out which songs I want to add next to analyze.

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Key questions: How does her hypocrisy manifest? What are the reasons behind her hypocritical behaviour? How does it affect her relationships and self-perception?

4. 25. Ignorance
Ignorance is lack of knowledge, awareness, or education.
Exotic Pet Trades causes this problem a lot especially with the Reptilian animals and especially with Several Bird animals.
Please don't be dumb enough to support Exotic Pet Trades that do not take care of their animals.
And especially if they are illegal where you live call them in and get them reported
So that they don't make more of these ignorant pet owners.
A less realistic example: Huck Finn in "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" by Mark Twain.
His ignorance leads to exploration, learning, and a deeper understanding of the world.
Key questions: What is he ignorant about? How does his ignorance affect his actions? How does he overcome or embrace his ignorance?

5. 26. Manipulativeness
Manipulativeness is being skilled in influencing or controlling others to one's advantage.
Can be connected with Overprotectiveness, Obsession, and Perfectionism can all be ways of Manipulative means and some people push them too hard.
Why this is interesting: Manipulative characters can create intricate plots, filled with deception and intrigue.

Like for our first Example: Abuela in Encanto was stuck in Perfectionist ways and her Perfectionist ways made her controllingly Manipulative to the point no one actually wanted to try to have a deep truthful conversation with her. So several things were always buried deep down from her eyes and she remained idealistic dream until Mirabel drew open the curtains that were walls around the eyes of her heart.
God never says in the Bible that we must be perfect he never says that ever.
The whole reason God sent Jesus to Earth was so that he could take all the wrong of the world upon himself to cleanse the world that's coming to meet us where everything will be new and perfect not soiled with sin.
We have no need to be perfect we just need to try to act as friendly as Jesus was when he walked upon this very Earth in his one and only human life.
He came to show us how to act. But not even once with the opponents of his such as the Pharisees does he ever force them straighten up and clean up their vile ways till they are perfectly polished as the riches they had carried.
There is not one account in the New Testament of Jesus being Forceful to anyone about being Perfect.
And in addition to this Abuela's line: "We swear to always help those around us, and earn the miracle that somehow found us."
"'Earn the miracle" is a phrase that cannot be more wrong and one of Disney's worst character lines in the recent years. Because it is a big fat lie. Nobody earns a miracle. Not one human earns a miracle. You can earn being a witness to a miracle performed but never can you actually earn a physical miracle, Skylights.
2nd example: Ursula in the The Little Mermaid 1989 movie with her song "Poor Unfortunate Souls" is a manipulative person within the lyrics of this song.
3rd Example: Amy Dunne in "Gone Girl" by Gillian Flynn. Her manipulativeness leads to shocking twists.
Key questions: Whom does she manipulate, and why? How does her manipulativeness affect those around her? What are the consequences of her manipulative tactics?

I am sorry but for me Mother Knows Best is not a song with a lot of deceit so it's not actually all that Manipulative. And as the definition says Manipulativeness has no ties to emotions so there isn't such a thing as emotional manipulation we just trap ourselves into thinking there is.
A better way to put it is the fact that Mother Gothel in Tangled is A naturally Pessimistic person, and rightly so, understandable Skylights. Because the entire song is filled with Pessimistic lyrics including the insults she throws at Rapunzel like clumsy, underdressed, naive etc. Those are pessimistic words in the context of this song just like all the natural dangers of the worlds she lists are also pessimistic as well.

6. 27. Intolerance
Intolerance is the unwillingness to accept views, beliefs, or behavior that differs from one's own.
Why this is interesting: Intolerance can spark conflict, debate, and exploration of important societal themes.
Example: Dolores Umbridge in "Harry Potter" by J.K. Rowling. Her intolerance creates conflicts and reveals the darker side of authority
Zed from Disney Zombies 2 he's very intolerant towards the werewolves and Addison and he slips into being a hypocrite for a good part of the movie.
Key questions: What beliefs or groups is he intolerant of, and why?
How does his intolerance manifest? What are the effects of his intolerance on others?

7. 28. Addictiveness
Addictiveness is the compulsion to engage in a behavior, substance, or activity that is often harmful.
Why this is interesting: Addiction can lead to internal struggles, moral dilemmas, and intense character development.
Example: Sherlock Holmes in Arthur Conan Doyle's works. His addiction to cocaine adds complexity to his character.
Key questions: What is she addicted to, and why? How does her addiction affect her daily life? What are the consequences of her addictive behaviour?

8. 29. Overambition
Overambition is the desire to achieve success at any cost, often leading to unethical decisions.
Why this is interesting: Overambition can create thrilling plots with unexpected consequences and moral exploration.
Example: Saruman in "The Lord of the Rings" by J.R.R. Tolkien. His overambition to control Middle-earth leads to his downfall.

Example 2: Moana film by Disney Maui kicked off the movie with this flaw
Moana even falls into its trap and because Maui just figured it out he tells her to stop because he knows about what she can't see in herself for it just revealed it to himself when he almost loses his hook a second time.
That's why he shouts. "Moana, stop, turn around."
Key questions: What drives his ambition? How does it manifest in his actions? What are the consequences of his overambition?

9. 30. Passiveness
Passiveness is the acceptance or submission without objection or resistance.
Why this is interesting: Passiveness can create tension, frustration, and dynamic relationships, making a character's journey more challenging.
Example: Melanie Hamilton in "Gone with the Wind" by Margaret Mitchell. Her passiveness contrasts with other characters, creating conflict and depth.
Key questions: Why is she passive? How does her passiveness affect her life and relationships? How does her passivity drive or hinder the plot?

10. 31. Cynicism
Cynicism is the belief that people are motivated purely by self-interest and distrust of human society. It immediately connects to Pessimistic people, Greedy people, Narcissism and Self-Centeredness all of those target the use of Self Interest but it also connects to Dishonesty flaw, and the Intolerance flaw too and the ability with which people look on their negative thoughts with so much Pride it also connects to Pride and a Cynic will often times also be an Overprotective person so it winds itself right into the Overprotective behavior Envy also falls in here too, Skylights. Because Envy comes from self-interest wanting of something not in your possession and sometimes it leads to your hatred of the person or their family owning what you do not.

An example people are so envious in the U. S. A of Rich people that they are so despised and disliked. (A Rich wealthy person, is so despised and disliked is the sign of distrust of human society.) The Jews have struggled with other people treating them poorly because those bad people have this terrible flaw. There is a whole new very fancy word now which I cannot even pronounce where there is this silly belief that Every Jew is a rich wealthy Jew and that's so far from true, Skylights. The word is called Antisemitism which means the hostility and prejudice against Jewish people. People in this group honestly have been proven to believe that "'Every single Jew was wealthy and so they distrusted them.'" But their thoughts were lying to them. You can not aim to believe all your exact thoughts, thank you Rudyard Kipling for pointing that out in your Poem "If" You can not believe all your thoughts for some will be too evil to trust. This is one of many examples.
The Disney Zombies franchise Disney Zombies shows Intolerance that Addison witnesses at school towards the Zombies and the Cynicism of Bucky and her parents. Most of the time Cynics will not change themselves for anyone. Bucky surely doesn't. Just as Princess Hildegarde in the Sofia The First Disney Junior show is also cynical and doesn't change given she keeps being distrustful of other students except Clio and ordering her to come back and stay around her. She is strongly distrustful of Miss Nettle in the episode where it was revealed Miss Nettle was highly wronged.
Miss Nettle started off a Cynic when we first were actually introduced to her, Skylights, but the show gave us the time to show how rare and hard it is for a Cynical person to change.
The rarity of this change reoccurs in Princess Ivy and Princess Charlotte both were a little Cynical at first just like Miss Nettle. Often with Cynical people showing them experiences they never had will be more convincing and then preaching to them 24-7 by the end of which they'll be too annoyed to change period.
That's why in the chapter of my index of Winx Club characters when Musa asks the girls why they didn't tell her about her passive aggressive, hypocritical, cynical behavior Bloom and the girls respond with the following conversation I wrote up and all of this is based on Aisha's backstory her nightmare of the palace staff shows the errors of being way too preachy. I did not make it up the show already brought it up, Skylights through that nightmare Skylights. Aisha has cynicism a personal self distrust of men because of her Father's ordering her around to be a perfectly prepped

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