Quote by Soren F. Petersen

Most of us, when all is said and done, like what we like and make up reasons for it afterwards.

Most of us, when all is said and done, like what we like and

Summary

This quote suggests that our preferences and choices are often based on our own personal biases and inclinations. It implies that our reasons for liking something may not always be rational or objective, but rather a way to justify our pre-existing tendencies. In essence, it highlights the subjective nature of human preferences and acknowledges the tendency to find justifications for them, even though they may not always be rooted in logical reasoning.

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By Soren F. Petersen

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