Summary
This quote suggests that people tend to hold higher expectations and view absent individuals in a more favorable light. When someone is not physically present, there is a certain sense of mystery and idealization surrounding them. People often imagine or assume achievements and abilities that surpass reality, attributing greatness to those who are not around to either confirm or deny these beliefs. This phenomenon highlights the tendency to romanticize and amplify the qualities of individuals who are absent from our lives.
Topics
Absence
By Tacitus
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