Quote by Marcel Proust

We don't receive wisdom we must discover it for ourselves after a journey that no one can take for us or spare us.

We don't receive wisdom we must discover it for ourselves af

Summary

This quote suggests that wisdom cannot simply be given or taught to us, but it is something we have to find and attain through our own personal journeys and experiences. It emphasizes that no one else can undertake this journey on our behalf or shield us from the challenges and obstacles that come with seeking wisdom. Ultimately, the act of discovering wisdom requires individual effort, self-reflection, and facing our own unique paths of growth.

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