Quote by Elizabeth Gilbert

Il bel far niente means 'the beauty of doing nothing'... [it] has always been a cherished Italian ideal. The beauty of doing nothing is the goal of all your work, the final accomplishment for which you are most highly congratulated. The more exquisitely and delightfully you can do nothing, the higher your life's achievement. You don't necessarily need to be rich in order to experience this, either.

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This quote highlights the concept of "il bel far niente," which refers to the beauty and value of simply doing nothing. This Italian ideal suggests that the ultimate accomplishment in life is being able to enjoy moments of non-action and stillness. It emphasizes the idea that one's worth shouldn't be measured by material possessions or wealth, but rather by the ability to find joy and contentment in the art of idleness.

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By Elizabeth Gilbert

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