Quote by John Dewey

Such happiness as life is capable of comes from the full participation of all our powers in the endeavor to wrest from each changing situations of experience its own full and unique meaning.

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Summary

This quote emphasizes that true happiness in life comes from actively engaging and utilizing all of our abilities and talents to derive a personal and profound significance from every situation we encounter. It suggests that by fully immersing ourselves in each experience, embracing its uniqueness, and seeking the deeper meaning within it, we can find a sense of fulfillment and contentment. Rather than passively allowing circumstances to shape our lives, the quote encourages an active and deliberate approach to find happiness through our active participation in shaping the meaning of our experiences.

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