What we want is to see the child in pursuit of knowledge, and not knowledge in pursuit of the child.
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This is the true joy in life, the being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True joy comes from fulfilling a purpose that you recognize as significant.
In this quote, George Bernard Shaw suggests that the essence of happiness lies in being utilized for a purpose that one personally values and considers grand. It implies that fulfillment and joy are derived from contributing to something meaningful and impactful, reflecting one's own beliefs and ambitions.
Themes
JoyPurposeHappinessFulfillmentMeaning
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about finding one's calling.
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