We can come to look upon the deaths of our enemies with as much regret as we feel for those of our friends, namely, when we miss their existence as witnesses to our success.
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Happiness consists in frequent repetition of pleasure
Interpretation
What this quote means
Happiness is derived from regularly experiencing pleasurable moments in life.
This quote by Arthur Schopenhauer suggests that true happiness is not found in extraordinary experiences, but rather in the consistent and frequent enjoyment of life's simple pleasures. The emphasis is on the repetition of these pleasurable moments, indicating that it is the accumulation of joy over time that constitutes a happy life.
Themes
HappinessPleasureJoyRepetitionLife
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about finding joy in everyday life.
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