Quote by Marcel Proust

Happiness serves hardly any other purpose than to make unhappiness possible.

Happiness serves hardly any other purpose than to make unhap

Summary

This quote suggests that the purpose of happiness is somewhat paradoxical. It implies that happiness allows for the existence of unhappiness by serving as a contrast or reference point. Without experiencing periods of unhappiness, people might not fully comprehend or appreciate what truly makes them happy. The quote implies that happiness and unhappiness are interconnected and, in a sense, rely on each other to be truly experienced and understood.

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Happiness

By Marcel Proust

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