Quote by Publilius Syrus

The most delightful pleasures cloy without variety.

The most delightful pleasures cloy without variety.

Summary

This quote suggests that even the most enjoyable pleasures can become tiresome and lose their charm if they lack diversity or change. It implies that constantly experiencing the same thing can dampen the joy it brings. The quote highlights the importance of exploring different experiences and seeking variety to maintain a higher level of pleasure and avoid the monotony that can diminish the delightfulness of any pleasure.

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By Publilius Syrus

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