What we want is to see the child in pursuit of knowledge, and not knowledge in pursuit of the child.
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This is the true joy in life, the being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True joy comes from fulfilling a purpose that you recognize as significant.
In this quote, George Bernard Shaw suggests that the essence of happiness lies in being utilized for a purpose that one personally values and considers grand. It implies that fulfillment and joy are derived from contributing to something meaningful and impactful, reflecting one's own beliefs and ambitions.
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JoyPurposeHappinessFulfillmentMeaning
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about finding one's calling.
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