Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

Reckoned physiologically, everything ugly weakens and afflicts man. It recalls decay, danger, impotence; he actually suffers a loss of energy in its presence. The effect of the ugly can be measured with a dynamometer. Whenever man feels in any way depressed, he senses the proximity of something ugly. His feeling of power, his will to power, his courage, his pride -- they decline with the ugly, they increase with the beautiful.

Reckoned physiologically, everything ugly weakens and afflic

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This quote suggests that from a physiological perspective, anything considered ugly has a negative impact on human beings. The presence of ugliness brings about feelings of decay, danger, and helplessness, resulting in a decrease in energy levels and overall well-being. The impact of ugliness on an individual's mental state can even be measured by its effect on their strength and determination. In contrast, beauty has the opposite effect, increasing feelings of power, courage, and pride. Therefore, the quote implies that human experiences are influenced by the presence of beauty or ugliness in their surroundings.

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