Quote by Albert Camus

I enjoyed my own nature to the fullest, and we all know that there lies happiness, although, to soothe one another mutually, we occasionally pretend to condemn such joys as selfishness.

I enjoyed my own nature to the fullest, and we all know that

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker finds happiness by embracing their true nature and selfishly indulging in their own joys and desires. It implies that society may falsely label such self-centered happiness as selfishness, but in reality, it is a genuine source of contentment. The quote implies the importance of embracing one's true self and finding personal fulfillment rather than conforming to societal expectations.

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By Albert Camus

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