Quote by Bill Nighy

I don't seem to be able to learn from experience or anything useful. History doesn't help me. Precedents don't inform my experience.

I don't seem to be able to learn from experience or anything

Summary

This quote reflects the frustration of someone who feels incapable of learning from past experiences or seeking guidance from historical events. Despite attempting to gain wisdom from history or precedents, they express a sense of futility and ineffectiveness in doing so. The quote highlights their inability to find meaningful lessons or insights from the past to shape their present decisions or experiences.

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