The happiness of men consists in life. And life is in labor.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- True happiness is found in living actively through work and effort.
- In plain terms
- Life is meaningful when you work.
- What can you take from it?
- Find joy in your daily work.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What work brings you joy?
- Do you feel fulfilled by your labor?
Another view
Some forms of labor are exploitative or joyless.
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