But Aversion wee have for things, not only which we know have hurt us; but also that we do not know whether they will hurt us, or not. (Thomas Hobbes)

But Aversion wee have for things, not only which we know have hurt us; but also that we do not know whether they will hurt us, or not.

Thomas Hobbes

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