Personal relations are the important thing for ever and ever, and not this outer life of telegrams and anger.
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One must be fond of people and trust them if one is not to make a mess of life.
Interpretation
What this quote means
To lead a fulfilling life, it is essential to appreciate and trust others.
E. M. Forster emphasizes the importance of forming positive relationships with people. He suggests that a fundamental aspect of a meaningful life is to have a fondness for others and trust them; without this connection and trust, one risks leading a chaotic and unfulfilling existence.
Themes
RelationshipsTrustPeopleLifeConnection
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a speech about the importance of community in building a better society.
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