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“Every now and then, a person must do something simply because he wants to, because it seems to him worth doing. And that does not make it worthless or a waste of time.” quote by Anonymous
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“Every now and then, a person must do something simply because he wants to, because it seems to him worth doing. And that does not make it worthless or a waste of time.”

Anonymous

About This Quote

Occasionally, one should act purely for personal desire, recognizing that such actions are not meaningless or wasteful.

In simple terms: Act for personal desire without feeling wasteful.

Key Takeaway

Allow yourself to do things for pure joy.

Themes

desire meaning purpose

Mood

inspirational contemplative

Type

philosophical self‑help

When to use this quote

  • creative pursuits
  • personal projects
  • spontaneous travel

Key Concepts

existentialism self‑actualization

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is it okay to act selfishly?
  • How do you balance desire with responsibility?
A Different Perspective

Personal desire can conflict with obligations.

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