Quote by Laurence Sterne
Alas! if the principles of contentment are not within us, the heig

Alas! if the principles of contentment are not within us, the height of station and worldly grandeur will as soon add a cubit to a mans stature as to his happiness. – Laurence Sterne

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People who are always taking care of their health are like misers who are hoarding a treasure which they have never spirit enough to enjoy. – Laurence Sterne

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