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True happines is not attained through self gratification but through fidelity to a worthy purpose.
"True happines is not attained through self gratification but through fidelity to a worthy purpose."— Helen Keller
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Meaning of this quote
A worthwhile purpose can offer a deeper form of satisfaction than immediate indulgence. The contrast directs attention toward sustained commitment.
Key takeaway:
Choose a purpose worth serving beyond immediate gratification.
Origin of the quote
Adapted from Helen Keller’s Journal (1938), entry of December 10, 1936.
Who actually said this?
VerifiedThe journal passage uses It after a preceding sentence about happiness. The post supplies True happiness, misspells it, and removes a hyphen.
