Quote by Jane Austen

Time will generally lessen the interest of every attachment not within the daily circle.

Time will generally lessen the interest of every attachment

Summary

This quote suggests that over time, our fascination or attachment to anything beyond our immediate daily experience is likely to diminish. It implies that as our everyday life takes precedence, other things or people that once held our interest will gradually become less important or captivating to us. Time acts as a diminishing force, causing us to prioritize our immediate surroundings rather than anything outside of our daily routine.

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Time Attachment Daily Circle

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