Willst du immer weiterschweifen? Sieh, das Gute liegt so nah. Lerne nur das Gluck ergreifen, denn das Gluck ist immer da.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Do you keep wandering? See, good is near; learn to seize happiness, for it is always present.
- In plain terms
- Stop wandering, notice nearby goodness, and grasp happiness.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on present opportunities for joy.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can you find good nearby?
- What prevents you from seizing joy?
Another view
Not all happiness is within immediate reach.
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