Everything has been said before, but since nobody listens we have to keep going back and beginning all over again.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People forget old truths so we must repeat them.
- In plain terms
- We have to say old things again because no one listens.
- What can you take from it?
- Keep repeating important truths even if ignored.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What truths do you repeat?
- Why do people stop listening?
Another view
Sometimes old advice needs updating.
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