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“I'll try anything once, twice if I like it, three times to make sure.” quote by Mae West
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“I'll try anything once, twice if I like it, three times to make sure.”

Mae West

About This Quote

Experimentation encourages repeated attempts to confirm enjoyment before commitment.

In simple terms: Try things, repeat if liked, confirm before committing.

Key Takeaway

Test, repeat, then decide.

Themes

curiosity experience decision‑making

Mood

playful pragmatic

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • new hobbies
  • food tasting
  • relationship dating

Key Concepts

behavioral testing pleasure principle

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is enough experimentation?
  • How do you balance curiosity with decisiveness?
A Different Perspective

Over‑testing can delay action.

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