Quote by Don Marquis

An optimist is a guy that has never had much experience.

An optimist is a guy that has never had much experience.

Summary

This quote suggests that an optimist is someone who has never faced many challenges or setbacks in life. It implies that only those who have not encountered difficult situations can afford to maintain a positive and hopeful outlook. It insinuates that experience brings more realism and a tendency towards pessimism.

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Experience

By Don Marquis

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