Quote by Michel de Montaigne

I conceive that pleasures are to be avoided if greater pains be the consequence, and pains to be coveted that will terminate in greater pleasures.

I conceive that pleasures are to be avoided if greater pains

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This quote suggests that the pursuit of pleasure should be avoided if it ultimately leads to greater pain. On the other hand, it proposes that embracing temporary pain or discomfort is worthwhile if it eventually results in greater, longer-lasting pleasure. This perspective encourages a conscious decision-making process where individuals weigh the potential consequences of pursuing pleasure or enduring pain, with the ultimate aim of maximizing overall satisfaction and happiness.

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