Quote by James A. Garfield

The truth will set you free, but first it will make you miserable.

The truth will set you free, but first it will make you mise

Summary

This quote suggests that embracing the truth can be a difficult and uncomfortable process initially. It implies that confronting reality, even when it is painful or challenging, is necessary in order to attain personal liberation and a sense of freedom. However, the initial stages of accepting the truth may be accompanied by negative emotions and discomfort before one can experience the freedom and contentment that truth brings.

By James A. Garfield

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