Quote by Bertrand Russell

Man needs, for his happiness, not only the enjoyment of this or that, but hope and enterprise and change.

Man needs, for his happiness, not only the enjoyment of this

Summary

This quote emphasizes that for humans to experience genuine happiness, it is not enough to simply enjoy specific things or experiences in life. Instead, it suggests that individuals also require hope, initiative, and a sense of variety and dynamism. In other words, true happiness arises from having aspirations, taking risks, and embracing new opportunities rather than solely relying on the transient pleasure of individual moments or activities.

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Happiness Hope Change

By Bertrand Russell

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