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Theres a basic human weakness inherent in all people which tempts them to want what they cant have and not want what is
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"There's a basic human weakness inherent in all people which tempts them to want what they can't have and not want what is readily available to them"

- Kathleen Casey

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This quote speaks with the concept that people are naturally flawed and have a tendency to want what they can not have and dislike what is readily offered to them. This is a common theme in human habits, as we typically consider given the important things that are easily available to us and rather concentrate on the important things that are out of reach. This can cause sensations of discontentment and unhappiness, as we are continuously pursuing something that is unattainable. It is necessary to recognize this propensity and to be mindful of the important things that we have in our lives that we should be grateful for. By doing so, we can discover to value the important things that are easily available to us and find satisfaction in our lives.

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Kathleen Casey This quote is written / told by Kathleen Casey somewhere between November 13, 1961 and today. She was a famous Politician from Canada. The author also have 4 other quotes.

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