Quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

To be pleased with one's limits is a wretched state.

To be pleased with one's limits is a wretched state.

Summary

This quote suggests that accepting one's limitations and being content with them is a miserable condition to be in. It implies that being complacent with our abilities and not striving for growth or improvement leads to a negative and unfulfilled life. The quote encourages us to challenge ourselves, push our boundaries, and seek personal growth in order to find true happiness and fulfillment.

By Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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