Acts-of-goodness Quote by Machado de Assis
““,,,we forget our good actions only slowly, and in fact never truly forget them.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Quincas Borba, Machado de Assis, 1891
The quote reflects on human memory, suggesting that while we may delay recalling our good deeds, we never truly forget them.
In simple terms: We eventually remember our good deeds, even if slowly.
Key Takeaway
Cherish and recall past kindnesses.
Themes
memory
morality
human nature
forgiveness
Mood
nostalgic
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- therapy
- journaling
- teaching
- personal growth
Key Concepts
psychology
ethics
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we forget good actions?
- How can we reinforce positive memories?
A Different Perspective
Memory can be unreliable and selective.
