Quote by Benjamin Franklin

There are two ways of being happy: We must either diminish our wants or augment our means -- either may do -- the result is the same and it is for each man to decide for himself and to do that which happens to be easier.

There are two ways of being happy: We must either diminish o

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This quote suggests that there are two paths to finding happiness: either reducing our desires or increasing our resources. Both approaches can lead to the same outcome. It emphasizes that the choice between these options lies with the individual, who should decide based on what is easier for them to accomplish. In summary, finding contentment is attainable by either curbing our desires or improving our means.

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