“Almost all our miseries flow from the want of consideration of the past, and of serenity in the present”
— Samuel Johnson
Simplified Meaning:
Many of our troubles come from not thinking about past experiences and not staying calm in the present. Imagine someone who makes the same mistake over and over because they never reflect on what went wrong before. They end up unhappy because they don’t learn from their past. Also, if a person is always worried or stressed about what’s happening right now, they can’t enjoy life. For example, if a student is constantly anxious about their grades, they might not appreciate their time with friends and family. To avoid these miseries, people should look back at their past to learn lessons and stay peaceful at the moment. This way, they can make better choices and feel more content overall. Taking time each day to relax and think about what has happened before can make life a lot happier.
