Quote by J. PetitSenn

We tire of those pleasures we take, but never of those we give.

We tire of those pleasures we take, but never of those we gi

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This quote suggests that we tend to grow tired or bored of the pleasures or enjoyments we indulge in for ourselves, but we never tire of the joy and fulfillment that comes from giving to others. It implies that selfless acts of kindness, generosity, and charity bring a lasting satisfaction and happiness that is enduring, whereas personal gratification alone may eventually lose its appeal.

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