Quote by Marguerite Yourcenar

Tout bonheur est un chef-d'oeuvre: la moindre erreur le fausse, la moindre hÃ©sitation l'altÃ¨re, la moindre lourder le dÃ©pare, la moindre sottise l'abÃªtit.

Tout bonheur est un chef-d'oeuvre: la moindre erreur le faus

Summary

This quote by HonorÃ© de Balzac suggests that happiness is a delicate work of art. Even the slightest mistake can ruin it, the smallest hesitation can affect it, the tiniest blunder can tarnish it, and the smallest foolishness can diminish it. It emphasizes the fragility and preciousness of happiness, highlighting the importance of being mindful and avoiding actions that could jeopardize or diminish the happiness we experience.

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By Marguerite Yourcenar

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