"We are no longer happy so soon as we wish to be happier"
- Walter Savage Landor
About this Quote
This quote by Walter Savage Landor speaks to the concept that human beings are never truly pleased with their existing state of joy. We are constantly pursuing more, and as soon as we reach a certain level of joy, we right away want to be even better. This quote recommends that we are never ever genuinely content with our current level of joy, which we are always searching for something more. It also indicates that our pursuit of joy is never-ending, which we will never be really satisfied. This quote serves as a pointer that we must value the moments of joy that we experience, and not take them for granted. It also motivates us to be conscious of our expectations and to recognize that our pursuit of happiness is an ongoing journey.
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