Quote by Voltaire

Life is thickly sown with thorns, and I know no other remedy than to pass quickly through them. The longer we dwell on our misfortunes, the greater is their power to harm us.

Life is thickly sown with thorns, and I know no other remedy

Summary

This quote emphasizes that life is filled with challenges and difficulties (symbolized by "thorns"). The author suggests that rather than dwelling on these hardships, the best approach is to navigate through them swiftly. By giving too much attention and time to misfortune, its negative impact on our well-being is intensified. The quote encourages resilience and an active mindset, reminding us that focusing on the negative only deepens their harmful effects, while moving forward swiftly offers a solution to overcoming obstacles.

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