Quote by Clint Eastwood

I tried being reasonable, I didn't like it.

I tried being reasonable, I didn't like it.

Summary

This quote, often attributed to Clint Eastwood, suggests that the speaker attempted to approach a situation or problem with reason and logic but found it unsatisfying. It implies that the speaker may prefer a different approach, perhaps one that is more unconventional or instinctual. It highlights the individual's dissatisfaction with conformity or expected ways of thinking and hints at a desire for adventure or embracing a more nontraditional path.

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