Believe Quote by William Henry Hudson
“We know that our senses are subject to decay, that from our middle years they are decaying all the time; but happily it is as if we didn't know and didn't believe.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Art of Being, William Henry Hudson, 1905
Our senses deteriorate with age, yet we often ignore or deny this decline.
In simple terms: Senses age, we pretend they don’t.
Accept aging, adapt habits.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- healthcare planning
- personal safety
- elder care
- daily routines
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you compensate for sensory loss?
- What habits can you change to stay safe?
Denial can lead to unsafe choices.