Quote by Boutros Boutros-Ghali

The problem is when you are writing something in retrospective, it needs a lot of courage not to change, or you will forget a certain reality, and you will just take in consideration your view today.

The problem is when you are writing something in retrospecti

Summary

This quote highlights the challenge of maintaining authenticity when reflecting on past experiences. It suggests that when writing about the past, courage is required to resist altering the narrative based on present perspectives. By doing so, one risks disregarding the true reality of the past and replacing it with their current viewpoint. The quote emphasizes the importance of maintaining a genuine and accurate account of one's experiences, even if it may contradict or challenge one's present beliefs.

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Courage

By Boutros Boutros-Ghali

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