Quote by Benjamin Franklin

Human felicity is produced not as much by great pieces of good fortune that seldom happen as by little advantages that occur every day.

Human felicity is produced not as much by great pieces of go

Summary

This quote suggests that true happiness is not solely dependent on rare strokes of luck but is rather found in the small and frequent blessings that we encounter in our daily lives. It implies that constant and consistent sources of joy and contentment have a greater impact on our overall well-being compared to seldom occurrences of extraordinary fortune. By appreciating and acknowledging the little advantages that come our way, we can cultivate long-lasting happiness and fulfillment.

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