Quote by Robert Benchley

Nothing is more responsible for the good old days than a bad memory.

Nothing is more responsible for the good old days than a bad

Summary

This quote suggests that our fondness for the past and nostalgia are often influenced by our ability to forget or downplay the negative aspects of those times. We tend to idealize the past, romanticizing it as the "good old days," when in reality our memories may not accurately reflect the full reality of those times. The quote reminds us that our perception of the past is subjective and can be influenced by our selective memory, highlighting the potential biases in our nostalgic reflections.

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By Robert Benchley

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