Quote by Thomas Kempis

When a man is out of sight, it is not too long before he is out of mind.

When a man is out of sight, it is not too long before he is

Summary

This quote suggests that if someone is not physically present or visible to others, they are often forgotten or no longer thought of. It implies that our memories and attention tend to wane quickly when we are not consistently reminded of someone's existence or when they are not actively engaging with us. It highlights the transient nature of human connection and how easily we can become forgotten if we are not consistently present in the lives of others.

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Absence

By Thomas Kempis

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