Quote by George Eliot

Nothing is so good as it seems beforehand.

Nothing is so good as it seems beforehand.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the notion that people tend to have high expectations or idealized perceptions of things before experiencing them. However, it suggests that reality often falls short of these initial feelings or beliefs. It serves as a reminder to approach situations, people, or events with a realistic outlook, as the actual experience may not live up to the preconceived notions we have.

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