Quote by Jean de la Bruyere

All of our unhappiness comes from our inability to be alone.

All of our unhappiness comes from our inability to be alone.

Summary

This quote suggests that the root cause of our dissatisfaction or unhappiness stems from our incapability to spend time by ourselves. It implies that the inability to enjoy solitude or to be content in one's thoughts and company can contribute to a general sense of unhappiness. The quote highlights the importance of being comfortable with one's own company as a way to overcome or alleviate feelings of discontentment in life.

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By Jean de la Bruyere

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