Quote by Vincent Van Gogh

But are not this struggle and even the mistakes one may make better, and do they not develop us more, than if we kept systematically away from emotions?

But are not this struggle and even the mistakes one may make

Summary

This quote suggests that embracing struggle and making mistakes can be more beneficial than avoiding emotions. It implies that experiencing and confronting these challenges can lead to personal growth and development. By allowing ourselves to make mistakes and face the accompanying emotions, we have the opportunity to learn and evolve, ultimately gaining more wisdom and self-awareness than if we were to consistently avoid emotional experiences altogether.

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Emotions

By Vincent Van Gogh

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