Quote by John Osborne

The whole point of a sacrifice is that you give up something you never really wanted in the first place. People are doing it around you all the time. They give up their careers, say -- or their beliefs -- or sex.

The whole point of a sacrifice is that you give up something

Summary

This quote suggests that sacrifices entail giving up something that one never truly desired. It implies that people frequently make sacrifices in various aspects of their lives, such as their careers, beliefs, or even their sexual desires. The underlying idea is that sacrifices involve relinquishing things that individuals are not genuinely passionate about or prioritize. By shedding light on the nature of sacrifices, the quote offers insight into the motivations and dynamics behind the decisions people make to give up certain aspects of their lives.

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