Quote by Elbert Hubbard

I would rather be able to appreciate things I can not have than to have things I am not able to appreciate.

I would rather be able to appreciate things I can not have t

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This quote suggests that it is more fulfilling to possess the ability to value what is beyond our reach than to possess things that we cannot truly appreciate or enjoy. It implies that being content with what we have and finding joy in the intangible aspects of life can lead to a greater sense of fulfillment than pursuing material possessions or experiences without genuine appreciation. It emphasizes the importance of gratitude and mindful consumption over the accumulation of possessions for the sake of status or superficial pleasure.

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