Quote by Michel de Montaigne

The memory represents to us not what we choose but what it pleases.

The memory represents to us not what we choose but what it p

Summary

This quote suggests that our memory does not selectively retain information based on our conscious choices, but rather holds onto what it finds enjoyable or pleasing. It implies that while we may intend to remember certain things, our memory is influenced by subjective factors like personal preferences and emotions. This quote highlights the unpredictable nature of memory and how it can be shaped by our subconscious desires rather than deliberate intentions.

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Memory

By Michel de Montaigne

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