Quote by Samuel Johnson
We are long before we are convinced that happiness is never to be

We are long before we are convinced that happiness is never to be found, and each believes it possessed by others, to keep alive the hope of obtaining it for himself. – Samuel Johnson

Other quotes by Samuel Johnson

I am sorry I have not learnt to play at cards. It is very useful in life: it generates kindness, and consolidates society. – Samuel Johnson

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Sports :: Poker
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If a man does not make new acquaintances as he advances through life, he will soon find himself left alone. A man, sir, should keep his friendship in a constant repair. – Samuel Johnson

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alone
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A wise man will make haste to forgive, because he knows the true value of time, and will not suffer it to pass away in unnecessary pain. – Samuel Johnson

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Time
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One joy scatters a hundred griefs. – Chinese Proverb

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Happiness is a way station between too little and too much. – Channing Pollock, Mr. Moneypenny

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Happiness consists in activity. It is running steam, not a stagnant pool. – John Mason Good

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Some of us might find happiness if we quit struggling so desperately for it. – William Feather

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I never let my politics supersede my manners. – Darren Criss

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