"They must often change, who would be constant in happiness or wisdom"
- Confucius
About this Quote
This quote by Confucius speaks to the idea that in order to accomplish real happiness and wisdom, one should be willing to accept change. It recommends that in order to grow and find out, we should be open to new experiences and concepts. We must want to let go of our preconceived notions and be open to new point of views. This quote encourages us to be versatile and adaptive in our technique to life. It reminds us that life is continuously changing and that we need to be willing to embrace these changes in order to find true joy and wisdom. By being open to alter, we can gain from our experiences and grow as people. This quote motivates us to be available to originalities and experiences, and to be willing to let go of our presumptions in order to find real happiness and knowledge.
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