Quote by George Moore

There is nothing so consoling as to find one's neighbor's troubles are at least as great as one's own.

There is nothing so consoling as to find one's neighbor's tr

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This quote suggests that finding out that our neighbor is facing troubles and difficulties comparable or even greater than our own can bring us comfort and solace. It implies that knowing we are not alone in experiencing hardship can provide a certain level of comfort, as it diminishes the feeling of being singled out or uniquely burdened. By recognizing that others face similar or worse challenges, we may find solace and even derive a sense of perspective.

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