The generality of virtuous women are like hidden treasures, they are safe only because nobody has sought after them.
Francois De La RochefoucauldRead
Bodily labor alleviates the pains of the mind and from this arises the happiness of the poor
Interpretation
Physical work can ease mental distress and contribute to the well-being of those who are less fortunate.
The quote suggests that engaging in physical labor serves a dual purpose: it not only distracts individuals from their mental troubles but also cultivates a sense of joy and fulfillment among those who endure economic hardships. This reflects the idea that meaningful work can foster happiness and provide relief from life's challenges, especially for the less privileged.
In practice
During a community meeting on mental health, one might say this quote to emphasize the benefits of engaging in physical activities.
The generality of virtuous women are like hidden treasures, they are safe only because nobody has sought after them.
Old men delight in giving good advice as a consolation for the fact that they can no longer set bad examples.
Some counterfeits reproduce so very well the truth that it would be a flaw of judgment not to be deceived by them.
Conceit causes more conversation than wit.
The defects and faults of the mind are like wounds in the body; after all imaginable care has been taken to heal them up, still there will be a scar left behind, and they are in continual danger of breaking the skin and bursting out again.
To understand matters rightly we should understand their details; and as that knowledge is almost infinite, our knowledge is always superficial and imperfect.
If only we'd stop trying to be happy we'd have a pretty good time.
Many people think that if they were only in some other place, or had some other job, they would be happy. Well, that is doubtful. So get as much happiness out of what you are doing as you can and don't put off being happy until some future date.
Happiness is not by chance, but by choice.
Make it a habit to tell people thank you. To express your appreciation, sincerely and without the expectation of anything in return. Truly appreciate those around you, and you'll soon find many others around you. Truly appreciate life, and you'll find that you have more of it.
I think I'm happier, not just because of winning Grammys and selling records, but because it's really fulfilling to have all these things happen with something you love to do.
It is amazing what one ray of sunshine can do for a man!
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