Quote by George Bernard Shaw

A lifetime of happiness? No man alive could bear it; it would be hell on earth.

A lifetime of happiness? No man alive could bear it; it woul

Summary

This quote implies that experiencing an uninterrupted lifetime of happiness would be unbearable for a human being, likening it to a hellish existence. Suggesting that constant and unending happiness would eventually lose its value, the quote questions the limitations of human emotions and the need for balance in life. It implies that a contrast between joy and sorrow makes happiness more meaningful and appreciated, acknowledging the complex nature of human emotions and the importance of a diversified range of experiences.

By George Bernard Shaw

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