It is the paradox of life that the way to miss pleasure is to seek it first. The very first condition of lasting happiness is that a life should be full of purpose, aiming at something outside self.
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"It is the paradox of life that the way to miss pleasure is to seek it first. The very first condition of lasting happiness is that a life should be full of purpose, aiming at something outside self." — Hugo Black #happinessjoy #lifewisdom
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It is the paradox of life that the way to miss pleasure is to seek it first. The very first condition of lasting happiness is that a life should be full of purpose, aiming at something outside self. — Hugo Black
About Hugo Black
Hugo Black was a Judge from United States (1886–1971).
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This quote is attributed to Hugo Black, a Judge from United States.
When did Hugo Black live?
Hugo Black lived from 1886 – 1971.
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