There is more difference in the quality
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There is more difference in the quality
of our pleasures than in the amount.
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Meaning
This quote means the worth of pleasure depends more on its depth and kind than on how much of it there is.
About Author
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Ralph Waldo Emerson was an American essayist, philosopher, and poet, known for his work on transcendentalism and individualism. His quotes often reflect self-reliance, wisdom, and introspection. Emerson inspires writers, thinkers, and students to embrace personal growth, independent thought, and the philosophical exploration of life and nature.
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