Quote by Samuel Johnson

The chains of habit are too weak to be felt until they are too strong to be broken

The chains of habit are too weak to be felt until they are t

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This quote by Samuel Johnson suggests that habits may seem insignificant or harmless at first, but they gradually grow stronger and become difficult to change or break free from. Oftentimes, we may not even realize the influence that habits have over us until we find ourselves trapped by their power. It serves as a reminder to be cautious of the habits we develop, as they have the potential to shape our lives in profound ways.

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