Quote by Baltasar Gracian

Hope has a good memory, gratitude a bad one.

Hope has a good memory, gratitude a bad one.

Summary

This quote suggests that hope, being positive and optimistic, tends to remember the good things that happen in life, fostering a sense of expectation and anticipation for the future. On the other hand, gratitude, although important for fostering contentment and appreciation, often fails to remember the good, overshadowed by the constant desire for more. In other words, hope holds onto positivity, while gratitude struggles to recall past blessings, focusing instead on what is lacking.

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By Baltasar Gracian

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