Quote by Johann von Goethe

What makes people happy is activity; changing evil itself into good by power, working in a God like manner.

What makes people happy is activity; changing evil itself in

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This quote suggests that people find happiness through engaging in 'activity'. It emphasizes the transformative power of channeling negative experiences or situations ('changing evil itself into good') into positive outcomes through their own strength and effort ('working in a God-like manner'). Thus, true happiness is found not by passively accepting things as they are, but by actively participating and taking control of one's circumstances, using their abilities to create positive change and outcomes.

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