Quote by Richard Bach

It is by not always thinking of yourself, if you can manage it, that you might somehow be happy. Until you make room in your life for someone as important to you as yourself, you will always be searching and lost

It is by not always thinking of yourself, if you can manage

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This quote suggests that true happiness lies in shifting our focus from constant self-centeredness to valuing and making space for someone as significant as ourselves in our lives. By recognizing the importance of others and prioritizing their presence and well-being alongside our own, we can escape the perpetual state of searching and feeling lost. This suggests that meaningful connections with others play a crucial role in finding fulfillment and contentment in life.

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