Our business in life is not to succeed, but to continue to fail in good spirits.
Robert Louis StevensonRead
Since hate poisons the soul, don't cherish enmities or grudges: avoid people who make you unhappy.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Hate is harmful to one's well-being, so it's best to distance oneself from negative influences.
This quote emphasizes the detrimental effects of hate and negativity on the human spirit. Robert Louis Stevenson advises against holding onto grudges or enmities, suggesting that one should seek happiness by avoiding those who bring unhappiness into their lives. By doing so, individuals nurture their own peace and emotional health.
Themes
HateHappinessRelationshipsGrudgesNegativity
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech about mental health, you could cite this quote to discuss the importance of surrounding oneself with positive people.
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