Quote by Benjamin Disraeli

It destroys one's nerves to be amiable every day to the same human being.

It destroys one's nerves to be amiable every day to the same

Summary

This quote highlights the toll that constant pleasantness and friendliness can take on an individual. The repetition of being amiable to the same person day after day can become mentally exhausting and wear down one's nerves. It suggests that the effort required to maintain a continuous and agreeable disposition can be draining, implying that having to consistently put on a facade of amiability can be a burdensome and challenging task.

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Marriage

By Benjamin Disraeli

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