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“Never did any soul do good but it came readier to do the same again, with more enjoyment. Never was love or gratitude or bounty practiced but with increasing joy, which made the practicer still more in love with the fair act.” quote by Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury
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“Never did any soul do good but it came readier to do the same again, with more enjoyment. Never was love or gratitude or bounty practiced but with increasing joy, which made the practicer still more in love with the fair act.”

Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Repeated acts of kindness become more enjoyable, deepening love for the act.

In simple terms: Doing good repeatedly brings increasing joy and love.

Key Takeaway

Practice kindness to experience growing fulfillment.

Themes

kindness joy gratitude

Mood

uplifting reflective

Type

ethical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • volunteering
  • daily gratitude
  • community service

Key Concepts

moral psychology habit formation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small kindness can you repeat daily?
  • How does repeated generosity affect your relationships?
A Different Perspective

Joy can wane without variety.

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