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Children Quote by Edgar Guest

“At Christmas A man is at his finest towards the finish of the year; He is almost what he should be when the Christmas season's here; Then he's thinking more of others than he's thought the months before, And the laughter of his children is a joy worth toiling for. He is less a selfish creature…” quote by Edgar Guest
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“At Christmas A man is at his finest towards the finish of the year; He is almost what he should be when the Christmas season's here; Then he's thinking more of others than he's thought the months before, And the laughter of his children is a joy worth toiling for. He is less a selfish creature than at any other time; When the Christmas spirit rules him he comes close to the sublime.”

Edgar Guest

About This Quote

Christmas brings out generosity and joy, revealing a more selfless self.

In simple terms: Holiday spirit makes people kinder and happier.

Key Takeaway

Embrace the season’s generosity year-round.

Themes

generosity family joy

Mood

warm inspirational

Type

celebratory reflective

When to use this quote

  • family gatherings
  • charitable acts
  • community events

Key Concepts

altruism seasonal spirit

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you cultivate this generosity outside holidays?
  • What prevents you from being selfless regularly?
A Different Perspective

The ideal may be romanticized, not universal.

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