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There is nothing, Sir, too little for so little a creature as man. It is by studying little things that we attain the gr
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"There is nothing, Sir, too little for so little a creature as man. It is by studying little things that we attain the great art of having as little misery and as much happiness as possible"

- Samuel Johnson

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This quote by Samuel Johnson speaks to the value of focusing on the small information in life. He suggests that by studying and understanding the little things, we can learn how to optimize our joy and lessen our suffering. Johnson indicates that, as humans, we are little creatures and should not ignore the small things in life. He motivates us to put in the time to appreciate the little things, as they can have an excellent effect on our overall wellbeing. Johnson's quote is a tip that we need to not take the small things for granted, as they can have a fantastic impact on our lives. By comprehending and appreciating the little information, we can learn how to live a life with as little suffering and as much joy as possible.

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Samuel Johnson This quote is written / told by Samuel Johnson between September 18, 1709 and December 13, 1784. He was a famous Author from England. The author also have 150 other quotes.

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