Quote by John Stuart Mill

Unquestionably, it is possible to do without happiness it is done involuntarily by nineteen-twentieths of mankind.

Unquestionably, it is possible to do without happiness it is

Summary

This quote suggests that a significant majority of people are capable of living their lives without experiencing true happiness. It implies that happiness is not a fundamental necessity or priority for most individuals, but rather something that is often overlooked or unintentionally disregarded. The quote highlights the notion that people may be able to function and go about their daily lives without actively seeking or prioritizing their own happiness. It emphasizes the prevalence of individuals who unintentionally neglect their own happiness in the pursuit of other goals or in the face of life's challenges.

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Happiness

By John Stuart Mill

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