Quote by Ernest Hemingway

Happiness in intelligent people is the rarest thing I know.

Happiness in intelligent people is the rarest thing I know.

Summary

This quote suggests that intelligent individuals often struggle to find true happiness. It implies that the deeper intellect and awareness can sometimes lead to greater dissatisfaction or unhappiness with life. The quote may imply that the pursuit of knowledge and critical thinking can detach intelligent individuals from simple pleasures, making genuine happiness a rare occurrence for them. It highlights the potential challenges intelligent people face in finding contentment in a world that may not fully satisfy their intellectual curiosity.

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Happiness

By Ernest Hemingway

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