As I had grown accustomed to my expectations, I had insensibly begun to notice their effect upon myself and those around me. Their influence on my own character I disguised from my recognition as much as possible, but I knew very well that it was not all good. I lived in a state of chronic uneasiness respecting my behaviour to Joe. My conscience was not by any means comfortable about Biddy.
– Charles Dickens
Great Expectations, Chapter 34. Pip is living the life of a gentleman he had so long wished for, but is nevertheless racked by feelings of guilt. He conscience nags him over his bad behavior towards Joe and Biddy, whom he has abandoned. Living in London with his friend Herbert he is being tutored by Herbert’s father Matthew in order to fit into upper class social circles. Pip admits that his new life has influenced his character, and not for the good.