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We have a good life when we manage to live with both satisfied and unsatisfied needs, when we are not obsessed by what i
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"We have a good life when we manage to live with both satisfied and unsatisfied needs, when we are not obsessed by what is beyond our reach"

- Kjell Magne Bondevik

About this Quote

In this quote, Kjell Magne Bondevik is highlighting the value of discovering balance in our lives. He recommends that a good life is one where we have the ability to live with both satisfied and unsatisfied requirements. This indicates that we must aim to meet our desires and goals, but also be content with what we have and not continuously wish for more. Bondevik likewise alerts versus ending up being obsessed with things that are out of our control or beyond our reach. Instead, he encourages us to concentrate on what we can achieve and discover contentment in today minute. Overall, this quote reminds us to find a healthy balance in between ambition and contentment in order to live a fulfilling life.

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Kjell Magne Bondevik This quote is written / told by Kjell Magne Bondevik somewhere between September 3, 1947 and today. He was a famous Statesman from Norway. The author also have 16 other quotes.

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