I'm now quite cured of seeking pleasure in society, be it country or town. A sensible man ought to find sufficient company in himself.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author states they no longer seek enjoyment from others and believe a sensible person should find enough company within themselves.
- In plain terms
- I stopped looking for fun in crowds because I have enough company inside me.
- What can you take from it?
- Cultivate self-sufficiency and inner contentment.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you find satisfaction in solitude?
- How do you recharge?
Another view
It undervalues the unique benefits of external social connection.
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