Quote by George Santayana

To be interested in the changing seasons is a happier state of mind than to be hopelessly in love with spring.

To be interested in the changing seasons is a happier state

Summary

This quote suggests that being interested in the changing seasons brings more happiness than being obsessively infatuated with one particular season, like spring. It implies that having a broader appreciation for the cycles of life and nature can lead to a more contented state of mind. By finding joy in each season's unique characteristics and embracing change, one can cultivate a more sustainable and satisfying form of happiness rather than fixating on a fleeting infatuation.

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