Quote by Mae West

When I have to choose between two evils, I always try to pick the one I haven't tried before.

When I have to choose between two evils, I always try to pic

Summary

This quote suggests that when faced with a difficult decision between multiple unfavorable options, the speaker prefers to choose the unknown or unfamiliar alternative. By doing so, they are seemingly motivated by the prospects of new experiences, lessons, or outcomes that may arise from selecting something different. Rather than sticking to familiar, potentially predictable choices, the speaker values diversity and novelty, even in undesirable circumstances.

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Choice

By Mae West

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