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Baltasar Gracian

Quote of Baltasar Gracian: Always leave something to wish for...


Biography - Baltasar Gracian:

Spanish Jesuit and philosopher.
Born: 1601 - Died: 1658
Period:
17th century
Place of birth: Spain
Spain

Always leave something to wish for otherwise you will be miserable from your very happiness.



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Quotes for: happiness


Quotes

Quotes about happiness:


I have decided to be happy because it's good for my health.





Happiness is sometimes hidden in the unknown.





The world of the happy man is a different one from that of the unhappy man.





Happiness is the goal of philosophy. Or to be more precise, the goal of philosophy is wisdom, and therefore happiness.





Happiness is not easily won; it is hard to find it in ourselves and impossible to find it elsewhere.





A happy life, therefore, is one which is in accordance with its own nature.











Quotes

Baltasar Gracian also said...


True knowledge lies in knowing how to live.





Know or listen to those who know.





Self-reflection is the school of wisdom.





Self-knowledge is the beginning of self-improvement.





Freedom is more precious than any gifts for which you may be tempted to give it up.





When in doubt, follow the suit of the wise and prudent.












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