Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Happiness is a perfume you cannot pour on others without getting some on yourself.

Happiness is a perfume you cannot pour on others without get

Summary

This quote suggests that happiness is not something that can be given or shared with others without also experiencing some of it oneself. Similar to how perfume lingers on the person who wears it, happiness has an inherent quality of being contagious. By spreading happiness to others, we in turn uplift our own spirits and create a positive cycle. This means that creating happiness within ourselves and sharing it with those around us can ultimately lead to personal fulfillment and joy.

By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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