Quote by Oscar Wilde

What a pity that in life we only get our lessons when they are of no use to us.

What a pity that in life we only get our lessons when they a

Summary

This quote reflects the sentiment that often we only learn valuable lessons in life when it is already too late to apply them. It highlights the irony and regret that comes from recognizing the missed opportunities to grow and change. The quote subtly underscores the importance of learning from our experiences and actively applying those lessons in real-time, rather than realizing their significance only after they no longer hold any relevance or can be of benefit to us.

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