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Happiness is beneficial for the body, but it is grief that develops the powers of the mind
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"Happiness is beneficial for the body, but it is grief that develops the powers of the mind"

- Marcel Proust

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This quote by Marcel Proust speaks with the concept that joy is important for physical wellness, yet it is grief that helps to establish the mental abilities of an individual. Proust is recommending that while joy is very important for physical wellbeing, it is pain that assists to build mental stamina as well as strength. Despair can be a challenging feeling to procedure, however it can also be an effective device for individual development. Pain can assist us to develop our analytic abilities, our ability to feel sorry for others, as well as our capacity to deal with difficult situations. Grief can also aid us to get a much deeper understanding of ourselves and our area on the planet. Proust's quote motivates us to identify the relevance of both happiness and despair in our lives, and to utilize both to our benefit.

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France Flag This quote is written / told by Marcel Proust between July 10, 1871 and November 18, 1922. He/she was a famous Author from France. The author also have 47 other quotes.

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