Quote by John Henry Newman

Let us take things as we find them: let us not attempt to distort them into what they are not... We cannot make facts. All our wishing cannot change them. We must use them.

Let us take things as we find them: let us not attempt to di

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of accepting reality as it is instead of trying to manipulate or deny it. It cautions against distorting facts to fit our desires or beliefs because ultimately, the truth cannot be altered to suit our wishes. Instead, we must acknowledge the truth and work with it, utilizing the facts in meaningful ways to navigate and improve our situation. The quote suggests that rather than trying to change the facts, we should focus on understanding and using them to make informed decisions.

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