Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Can anything be so elegant as to have few wants, and to serve them one's self?

Can anything be so elegant as to have few wants, and to serv

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This quote emphasizes the elegance in simplicity and self-sufficiency. It suggests that true elegance can be achieved by having minimal desires and fulfilling them independently. By embracing a lifestyle that minimizes material wants and relying on oneself for meeting those needs, one can find an elegant and fulfilling way of living. This quote recognizes the beauty and satisfaction that comes from being self-reliant and content with less.

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