Quote by Jane Austen

How quick come the reasons for approving what we like.

How quick come the reasons for approving what we like.

Summary

This quote means that when we have a personal preference or desire for something, we tend to find reasons to justify and support our liking for it. We quickly come up with justifications or logical explanations to validate our own choices or preferences. In other words, our subjective preferences often dictate our reasoning and they become influential in shaping our opinions and decisions.

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By Jane Austen

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