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The supreme accomplishment is to blur the line between work and play
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"The supreme accomplishment is to blur the line between work and play"

- Arnold J. Toynbee

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This quote by Arnold J. Toynbee speaks with the idea that the best accomplishment in life is to be able to find delight and fulfillment in the work that we do. It suggests that when we have the ability to find pleasure in our work, it is no longer a task, but something that we look forward to and delight in. This idea is specifically pertinent in today's world, where many individuals feel overwhelmed and overworked. By blurring the line between work and play, we can find a sense of balance and satisfaction in our lives. This quote encourages us to discover joy in our work, and to make it something that we eagerly anticipate and enjoy. It is a suggestion that when we are able to discover enjoyment in our work, it can be a source of terrific satisfaction and accomplishment.

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Arnold J. Toynbee This quote is written / told by Arnold J. Toynbee between April 14, 1889 and October 22, 1975. He was a famous Historian from United Kingdom. The author also have 19 other quotes.

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