Quote by Katherine Anne Porter

Experience is what really happens to you in the long run; the truth that finally overtakes you.

Experience is what really happens to you in the long run; th

Summary

This quote suggests that experience is the true measure of understanding or realization. It highlights the idea that despite our preconceived notions or beliefs, it is life's events and lessons that truly shape and enlighten us. No matter what we may think or assume, it is our accumulated experiences that ultimately reveal the truth and bring clarity. In the end, it is through experiencing various situations over time that we are able to fully understand and comprehend the reality of things.

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Experience Truth

By Katherine Anne Porter

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