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title: "2 Discontent Self Quotes by 1 author"
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> [We abandon the most important journey of our lives when we abandon desire. We leave our hearts by the side of the road and head off in the direction of fitting in, getting by, being productive, what have you. Whatever…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/john-eldredge/we-abandon-the-most-important-journey-of-our-lives-when-we-abandon/)

[John Eldredge](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/john-eldredge/)

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> [Should the king in exile pretend he is happy there? Should he not seek his own country? His miseries are his ally; they urge him on. Let them grow, if need be. But do not forsake the secret of life;…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/john-eldredge/should-the-king-in-exile-pretend-he-is-happy-there-should-he-not-seek/)

[John Eldredge](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/john-eldredge/)

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