Quote by William John Wills

What you say about this world I do not quite agree with I think it a very good world, and only requires a person to be reasonable in his expectations, and not to trust too much to others.

What you say about this world I do not quite agree with I th

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This quote suggests that the world itself is not inherently bad, but rather people's perception and expectations may lead to disappointment. The speaker believes that the world is good but advises others to be reasonable in their expectations and not to rely too heavily on others. In essence, it emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility and resilience, suggesting that a positive view of the world can be maintained by managing expectations and not solely relying on external factors.

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