If we depend for our happiness on another, on society or on environment, they become essential to us; we cling to them, and any alteration of these we violently oppose because we depend upon them for our psychological security and comfort.
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"If we depend for our happiness on another, on society or on environment, they become essential to us; we cling to them, and any alteration of these we violently oppose because we depend upon them for our psychological security and comfort." — Jiddu Krishnamurti #happinessjoy
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If we depend for our happiness on another, on society or on environment, they become essential to us; we cling to them, and any alteration of these we violently oppose because we depend upon them for our psychological security and comfort. — Jiddu Krishnamurti
About Jiddu Krishnamurti
Jiddu Krishnamurti was a Philosopher from British Raj (1895–1986).
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This quote is attributed to Jiddu Krishnamurti, a Philosopher from British Raj.
When did Jiddu Krishnamurti live?
Jiddu Krishnamurti lived from 1895 – 1986.
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