Quote by Thomas Jefferson

How much pain worries have cost us that have never happened?

How much pain worries have cost us that have never happened?

Summary

This quote highlights the tendency of humans to create unnecessary distress by dwelling on potential future problems that may never materialize. It emphasizes how much time and energy is wasted on worrying about things that may never come to pass, ultimately resulting in a considerable amount of pain and suffering. The quote serves as a reminder to focus on the present moment and not allow the imagination to catastrophize the future, as the vast majority of worries turn out to be unfounded.

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