Admiration Quote by Joseph Addison
“Admiration is a very short lived passion that immediately decays upon growing familiar with its object, unless it still be fed with fresh discoveries, and kept alive by a new perpetual succession of miracles rising up to its view.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Spectator, 1711
Admiration fades quickly unless continuously refreshed by new discoveries and ongoing marvels.
In simple terms: Admiration needs fresh discoveries to endure.
Key Takeaway
Seek novelty to sustain admiration.
Themes
admiration
novelty
miracles
attention
psychology
Mood
inspired
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- product launches
- art exhibitions
- scientific breakthroughs
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
attention span
psychological reward
culture of novelty
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you keep admiration alive?
- What role do miracles play in your appreciation?
A Different Perspective
Constant novelty may be unsustainable.
