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I am not unaware of the saying that more tears have been shed over wishes granted than wishes denied.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that fulfilling desires can lead to more suffering than unfulfilled ones.
Aung San Suu Kyi's quote reflects on the paradox of human desire, indicating that granting wishes often leads to unforeseen consequences and regret. It serves as a reminder to contemplate the potential outcomes of our desires, suggesting that what we think we want may not ultimately bring us happiness and might instead result in sorrow or disappointment.
Themes
WishesDesireSufferingConsequencesRegret
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a discussion about the nature of happiness and fulfillment.
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