Quote by C.S. Lewis

A pleasure is full grown only when it is remembered.

A pleasure is full grown only when it is remembered.

Summary

This quote suggests that true fulfillment and joy can only be realized when an experience is cherished and remembered in hindsight. Merely experiencing pleasure in the present moment may not provide the same level of satisfaction as recalling and reflecting upon that pleasure later on. It implies that the significance and value of an enjoyable experience lie in the memories formed and the nostalgic emotions they evoke.

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