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Before we set our hearts too much upon anything, let us examine how happy they are, who already possess it
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"Before we set our hearts too much upon anything, let us examine how happy they are, who already possess it"

- Francois de La Rochefoucauld

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This quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld motivates us to think carefully before we end up being too attached to something. He recommends that we ought to take a step back and think about how happy those who already have what we want are. This is a reminder to be conscious of our expectations and to be reasonable about our desires. It is necessary to keep in mind that having something does not always ensure joy. We ought to understand the prospective repercussions of our choices and be gotten ready for the outcome. This quote encourages us to believe thoroughly before we end up being too attached to something and to be mindful of our expectations. It is a suggestion to be sensible and to think about the prospective consequences of our decisions. Ultimately, it is a tip to be conscious of our desires and to be knowledgeable about the prospective effects of our decisions.

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Francois de La Rochefoucauld This quote is written / told by Francois de La Rochefoucauld between September 15, 1613 and March 17, 1680. He was a famous Writer from France. The author also have 172 other quotes.

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