Quote by W. R. [William Ralph] Inge

How to gain, how to keep, how to recover happiness is in fact for most men at all times the secret motive o all they do, and of all they are willing to endure.

How to gain, how to keep, how to recover happiness is in fac

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This quote suggests that for many people, the pursuit of happiness is the driving force behind their actions and what they are willing to endure. It implies that individuals are constantly seeking ways to attain, maintain, or regain happiness in their lives, and this desire influences their choices and decisions. The quote highlights the significance of happiness as a fundamental human motivation and the lengths people may go to achieve it.

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By W. R. [William Ralph] Inge

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