Quote by Jean Paul Sartre

Like all dreamers I confuse disenchantment with truth.

Like all dreamers I confuse disenchantment with truth.

Summary

This quote highlights the tendency of dreamers to mistake their feelings of disappointment or disillusionment with reality as being truthful. Dreamers, often driven by idealism and imagination, can become fixated on their own visions and aspirations. When faced with reality's imperfections and setbacks, they may interpret it as a betrayal or confirmation that their dreams were merely illusions. This confusion arises from a deep desire to cling to the grandeur and hopefulness of their dreams, blurring the line between longing and acceptance of what actually is.

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By Jean Paul Sartre

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