Quote by Michel de Montaigne

My life has been filled with terrible misfortune; most of which never happened.

My life has been filled with terrible misfortune; most of wh

Summary

This quote highlights how our lives are often plagued with worries and fears about potential misfortunes that usually never materialize. We tend to excessively dwell on hypothetical hardships, allowing them to consume our thoughts and emotions. However, the reality is that most of these imagined tragedies never come to pass, and our lives are relatively fortunate. It serves as a reminder to not let the anticipation of negative events overshadow the positive aspects of life and to focus on the present rather than getting trapped in anxious thoughts about an uncertain future.

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Fortune

By Michel de Montaigne

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