Quote by Gerald Brenan

Everyone is a bore to someone. That is unimportant. The things to avoid is being a bore to oneself.

Everyone is a bore to someone. That is unimportant. The thin

Summary

This quote suggests that it is inevitable for someone to appear dull or uninteresting to at least one person. However, the real concern should not be about how others perceive us, but rather about not becoming boring or tedious to ourselves. It emphasizes the importance of avoiding self-contentment and continuously seeking personal growth and fulfillment. Instead of fretting over how others view us, the quote encourages us to focus on fostering an engaging and fulfilled personal life.

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