Continuity of purpose is one of the most essential ingredients of happ…

Bertrand Russell
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Continuity of purpose is one of the most essential ingredients of happiness in the long run, and for most men that comes chiefly through their work. ✨ Bertrand Russell (2015). The Conquest of Happiness, p.122, Lulu Press, Inc
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The average man's opinions are much less foolish than they would be if he thought for himself. ✨ Bertrand Russell (1992). The Basic Writings of Bertrand Russell, 1903-1959, p.427, Psychology Press
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A sense of duty is useful in work but offensive in personal relations. People wish to be liked, not to be endured with patient resignation. ✨ Conquest of Happiness (1930) ch. 10
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Continuity of purpose is one of the most essential ingredients of happiness in the long run, and for most men that comes chiefly through their work. ✨ Bertrand Russell (2015). The Conquest of Happiness, p.122, Lulu Press, Inc

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