For tyme ylost may nought recovered be.
Geoffrey ChaucerRead
By nature, men love newfangledness.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Humans have a natural inclination towards new and innovative things.
This quote by Geoffrey Chaucer highlights the innate human craving for novelty and change. It suggests that people are drawn to the excitement and allure of new ideas, experiences, and developments, reflecting our constant desire to embrace the unfamiliar and evolve.
Themes
ChangeNoveltyHuman NatureInnovationDesire
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about embracing new technologies in the workplace.
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