Quote by Samuel Johnson

The mind is never satisfied with the objects immediately before it, but is always breaking away from the present moment, and losing itself in schemes of future felicity... The natural flights of the human mind are not from pleasure to pleasure, but from hope to hope.

The mind is never satisfied with the objects immediately bef

Summary

This quote highlights the inherent restlessness of the human mind. It suggests that our minds are constantly seeking something beyond the current moment, often fixating on future desires and dreams instead of finding contentment in the present. Rather than being content with present pleasure, the mind latches onto hopes and aspirations, perpetuating a cycle of longing and anticipation. It reveals that the human tendency to continuously seek fulfillment in the future can prevent us from fully appreciating and being satisfied with the present moment.

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By Samuel Johnson

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