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There is a strange reluctance on the part of most people to admit they enjoy life
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"There is a strange reluctance on the part of most people to admit they enjoy life"

- William Lyon Phelps

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This quote by William Lyon Phelps speaks to the concept that many individuals are hesitant to admit that they are content with their lives. This might be due to a variety of factors, such as feeling guilty for enjoying when others are suffering, or sensation like they don't be worthy of to be content. It might also be due to the concept that confessing to enjoying life is viewed as a sign of weakness, or that it is viewed as a sign of complacency. Whatever the factor, this quote talks to the idea that many individuals are reluctant to admit that they more than happy with their lives. This might be due to a worry of judgement, or a fear of being seen as too content with their lives. Whatever the reason, this quote talks to the concept that many people are hesitant to confess that they are content with their lives.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by William Lyon Phelps between January 2, 1865 and August 21, 1943. He/she was a famous Educator from USA. The author also have 23 other quotes.

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