Quote by Sir Winston Churchill

Men occasionally stumble over the truth, but most of them pick themselves up and hurry off as if nothing ever happened.

Men occasionally stumble over the truth, but most of them pi

Summary

This quote suggests that although men might occasionally come across the truth or stumble upon valuable insights, they often ignore or quickly dismiss them. Instead of pause to acknowledge these moments and consider their implications, they choose to disregard and continue with their previous beliefs and assumptions, neglecting the transformative potential of these encounters with truth. This quote highlights the human tendency to resist change and the courage required to truly recognize and embrace the truth.

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