Quote by Leo Tolstoy

In life, in true life, there can be nothing better than what is. Wanting something different than what is, is blasphemy.

In life, in true life, there can be nothing better than what

Summary

This quote suggests that true fulfillment and contentment can only be found in accepting and appreciating the present moment as it is. It implies that desiring or longing for something other than what already exists is a form of disrespect or irreverence towards life. By emphasizing the importance of embracing reality, the quote encourages individuals to seek happiness and satisfaction by fully immersing themselves in the present rather than yearning for an altered version of it.

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