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One must be fond of people and trust them if one is not to make a mess of life
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"One must be fond of people and trust them if one is not to make a mess of life"

- E. M. Forster

About this Quote

This quote by E. M. Forster speaks to the importance of having a favorable outlook on life and the people around us. It recommends that if we want to live a successful and satisfying life, we must be open to forming relationships with others and trusting them. This does not suggest that we need to be ignorant and accept everyone at face value, however rather that we must be willing to give individuals the benefit of the doubt and be open to forming significant connections. By doing this, we can develop a life full of significant relationships and experiences. It likewise indicates that if we are too guarded and suspicious of others, we will lose out on the happiness of life. For that reason, it is very important to be keen on people and trust them if we want to maximize our lives.

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E. M. Forster This quote is written / told by E. M. Forster between January 1, 1879 and June 7, 1970. He was a famous Novelist from England. The author also have 69 other quotes.

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