Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

There are three wants which never can be satisfied: that of the rich, who wants something more; that of the sick, who wants something different; and that of the traveler, who says, Anywhere but here.


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Summary

This quote highlights three perpetual desires that can never be fully contented. Firstly, the wealthy constantly yearn for more riches, as their desire for accumulation knows no bounds. Secondly, the sick long for a different state of health, always hoping for relief from their ailments. Lastly, the traveler's restless spirit often seeks escape from their current location, yearning to be anywhere other than their present surroundings. These wants symbolize the insatiable nature of human desires and the difficulty in finding true satisfaction in life.

By Ralph Waldo Emerson
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