Quote by Helen Keller

Many persons have a wrong idea of what constitutes true happiness. It is not attained through self-gratification but through fidelity to a worthy purpose.

Many persons have a wrong idea of what constitutes true happ

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This quote highlights that true happiness cannot be found in indulgence or selfish pursuits. Instead, it is achieved by dedicating oneself to a noble and meaningful purpose. The quote discourages the notion that personal satisfaction alone leads to genuine happiness, emphasizing the importance of staying committed to something worthy and purposeful in life. True happiness, it asserts, lies not in fulfilling personal desires but in serving a greater cause or pursuing a higher goal.

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