Quote by Gilbert K. Chesterton

Happy is he who still loves something he loved in the nursery: He has not been broken in two by time he is not two men, but one, and he has saved not only his soul but his life.

Happy is he who still loves something he loved in the nurser

Summary

This quote suggests that finding lifelong joy in the things we loved as children is a source of true happiness. The person who can maintain their love for something from their nursery days remains whole and unaffected by the passage of time. They possess unity of character and purpose, safeguarding not just their inner self but also their overall wellbeing. It highlights the importance of holding on to the pure and innocent pleasures that bring us joy, enabling us to live a fulfilling and meaningful life.

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By Gilbert K. Chesterton

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