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Appointments Quote by Peter Medawar

“A danger sign that fellow-obsessionals will at once recognize is the tendency to regard the happiest moments of your life as those that occur when someone who has an appointment to see you is prevented from coming.” quote by Peter Medawar
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“A danger sign that fellow-obsessionals will at once recognize is the tendency to regard the happiest moments of your life as those that occur when someone who has an appointment to see you is prevented from coming.”

Peter Medawar

About This Quote

People often feel happiest when an anticipated meeting is canceled, revealing a deeper obsession.

In simple terms: Joy can come from avoiding expected encounters.

Key Takeaway

Beware of obsessive expectations.

Themes

psychology expectation obsession

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

observational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • social events
  • therapy sessions
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

attachment theory cognitive bias

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do cancellations feel relieving?
  • How to manage obsessive expectations?
A Different Perspective

It may overgeneralize personal experience.

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