We are never further from what we wish than when we believe that we have what we wished for.

Summary

This quote suggests that often, when we believe we have obtained what we desired, we actually become farther away from our true wishes. It implies that our perception of achieving our desires can lead us to a false sense of satisfaction or complacency, causing us to lose sight of our real aspirations. It reminds us that the journey towards our goals should be continuous, and that we must avoid becoming too content with temporary achievement in order to stay aligned with our true desires.

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