If you would make a man happy, do not add to his possessions but subtract from the sum of his desires.
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Death is the wish of some, the relief of many, and the end of all.
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The man who does something under orders is not unhappy he is unhappy who does something against his will.
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When I think over what I have said, I envy dumb people.
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It takes the whole life to learn how to live, and -- what will perhaps amaze you more -- it takes the whole of life to learn how to die.
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