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The happiness of a man in this life does not consist in the absence but in the mastery of his passions
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"The happiness of a man in this life does not consist in the absence but in the mastery of his passions"

- Alfred Lord Tennyson

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This quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson speaks with the idea that true joy in life is not discovered in the lack of our passions, however in the mastery of them. He recommends that it is not enough to just reduce our passions, but that we must find out to control them and utilize them to our advantage. This is a difficult task, as our passions can often be frustrating and challenging to handle. However, Tennyson recommends that it is only through mastering our enthusiasms that we can find true happiness. He motivates us to take control of our emotions and use them to our advantage, instead of letting them control us. By doing so, we can discover a sense of contentment and happiness in life.

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Alfred Lord Tennyson This quote is written / told by Alfred Lord Tennyson between August 6, 1809 and October 6, 1892. He was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 39 other quotes.

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