Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson

It is the mark of a good action that it appears inevitable in retrospect.

It is the mark of a good action that it appears inevitable i

Summary

This quote suggests that when we observe a good action taken by someone, it may seem obvious or expected to us after the fact. In other words, the apparent simplicity and inevitability of a good action can be misleading, as it fails to capture the thoughtfulness, wisdom, and effort that may have gone into it. The quote encourages us to recognize and appreciate the depth and complexity behind seemingly effortless positive deeds, rather than overlooking or taking them for granted.

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By Robert Louis Stevenson

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