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Since we cannot get what we like, let us like what we can get.

Since we cannot get what we like, let us like what we can ge

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This quote suggests accepting and finding contentment with what is available to us rather than dwelling on what we desire but cannot have. It encourages embracing a mindset of gratitude and appreciation for the present circumstances, appreciating the opportunities and experiences that are within our reach. By shifting our focus from longing for what is out of reach to appreciating what we do have, we can find fulfillment and happiness in the present moment.

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