Quote by Miguel de Cervantes

Too much sanity may be madness and the maddest of all, to see life as it is and not as it should be.

Too much sanity may be madness and the maddest of all, to se

Summary

This quote suggests that excessive sanity or adherence to rigid societal norms can actually be a form of madness. It implies that being too rational and accepting the world exactly as it is, without questioning or challenging it, may be the most insane mindset of all. It emphasizes the importance of envisioning a better version of life, one that aligns with our ideals and values, rather than simply accepting the flawed reality around us.

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