Quote by Henry David Thoreau

Of what significance are the things you can forget.

Of what significance are the things you can forget.

Summary

This quote highlights the notion that some things in life are not worth remembering or holding onto. It questions the importance of attaching significance to every detail, suggesting that forgetting can sometimes be liberating. It suggests that one should focus on things of greater value and prioritize their energy on what truly matters to them, rather than being weighed down by insignificant or inconsequential matters.

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Memory

By Henry David Thoreau

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