Quote by Confucius

We take greater pains to persuade others we are happy than in trying to think so ourselves.

We take greater pains to persuade others we are happy than i

Summary

This quote suggests that we often prioritize convincing others that we are happy rather than genuinely focusing on cultivating happiness within ourselves. It implies that we may invest more time and effort in projecting an image of happiness to the outside world, possibly driven by societal pressure or a desire for validation. In contrast, we tend to overlook the importance of introspection and personal reflection to truly understand and achieve contentment within ourselves.

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Happiness

By Confucius

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