Quote by Edgar Allan Poe

Man's real life is happy, chiefly because he is ever expecting that it soon will be so.

Man's real life is happy, chiefly because he is ever expecti

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This quote suggests that the happiness of human life lies in the optimism and anticipation of a better future. Despite the challenges and setbacks faced, people find contentment in the belief that things will improve, leading to greater happiness in the present. It highlights the power of hope and positive thinking in shaping our perception of reality, and implies that the mere expectation of future happiness contributes significantly to the overall happiness experienced in the moment.

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