Quote by Andre Gide

The most decisive actions of our life -- I mean those that are most likely to decide the whole course of our future -- are, more often than not, unconsidered.

The most decisive actions of our life -- I mean those that a

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This quote suggests that the actions that have the most significant impact on our lives are often made without careful thought or deliberation. Instead, they are impulsive decisions that have the potential to shape our entire future. It highlights the unpredictability and spontaneity of life, emphasizing that some of the most consequential choices we make may not be the result of extensive planning or contemplation.

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By Andre Gide

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