Quote by Samuel Johnson

For we who live to please must please to live

For we who live to please must please to live

Summary

This quote suggests that those who prioritize pleasing others as their primary goal in life understand the necessity of doing so in order to sustain their own existence and happiness. It implies that some individuals have a natural inclination to please others and feel a sense of purpose in doing so. By emphasizing the reciprocal relationship between personal fulfillment and the act of satisfying others, the quote highlights the importance of finding balance between one's own needs and the desires of those around them.

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By Samuel Johnson

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