Quote by Jean de la Bruyere

Children enjoy the present because they have neither a past nor a future.

Children enjoy the present because they have neither a past

Summary

This quote suggests that children can fully embrace and appreciate the present moment because they do not carry the burden of past experiences or the worries of the future. Unlike adults who may be preoccupied with nostalgia or anxiety, children live in the present without attachments to the past or concerns for the future. This allows them to be fully immersed in the joy and wonder of the present, making the most of every moment.

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