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Seek happiness for its own sake, and you will not find it seek for duty, and happiness will follow as the shadow comes w
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"Seek happiness for its own sake, and you will not find it; seek for duty, and happiness will follow as the shadow comes with the sunshine"

- Tryon Edwards

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This quote by Tryon Edwards is a reminder that real and lasting joy can not be discovered by seeking it directly. Instead, it is discovered when we concentrate on our tasks and duties. Happiness is a spin-off of doing what is best and fulfilling our obligations. It is like a shadow that follows the sunlight. When we do what is right, we will be rewarded with a sense of complete satisfaction and contentment. This quote motivates us to focus on our duties and responsibilities, and to trust that joy will follow. It is a suggestion that real joy is discovered in doing what is right, not in seeking it straight.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Tryon Edwards. He/she was a famous Theologian from USA. The author also have 26 other quotes.

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