"Happy the man, and happy he alone, he who can call today his own; he who, secure within, can say, tomorrow do thy worst, for I have lived today"
- John Dryden
About this Quote
This quote by John Dryden speaks to the concept of living in the present moment and being content with what one has. It recommends that real happiness originates from having the ability to appreciate the present moment and not worrying about the future. The quote motivates us to take advantage of today and not stress over what tomorrow might bring. It is a reminder that life is brief and we need to take advantage of it. We need to be grateful for what we have and not stress over what we do not have. By residing in the present minute and being content with what we have, we can find real joy. This quote is a tip to us to delight in today and not fret about the future.
This quote is written / told by John Dryden between August 9, 1631 and May 12, 1700. He was a famous Poet from England.
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