Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

Our desires always disappoint us; for though we meet with something that gives us satisfaction, yet it never thoroughly answers our expectation.

Our desires always disappoint us; for though we meet with so

Summary

This quote suggests that our desires tend to leave us feeling unsatisfied because even when we attain something that brings us temporary pleasure, it never fully fulfills our expectations. It reflects the idea that human desires always have an element of craving or wanting, which can often lead to a cycle of dissatisfaction. In essence, it highlights the inherent nature of human desire to constantly seek more, making it difficult to find lasting contentment.

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Expectation

By Francois de La Rochefoucauld

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