Quote by Hector Hugh Munro

It's no use growing older if you only learn new ways of misbehaving yourself.

It's no use growing older if you only learn new ways of misb

Summary

This quote suggests that simply growing older and gaining more experience does not necessarily lead to personal growth or maturity. It implies that one's actions and behavior should improve over time as they gain wisdom and knowledge, instead of finding new and creative ways to continue misbehaving. The quote essentially challenges the idea that age alone brings wisdom and underscores the importance of consciously choosing to learn from one's mistakes and better oneself as an individual.

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Manners

By Hector Hugh Munro

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