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“The wise man, knowing how to enjoy achieved results without having constantly to replace them with others, finds in them an attachment to life in the hour of difficulty.” quote by Emile Durkheim
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“The wise man, knowing how to enjoy achieved results without having constantly to replace them with others, finds in them an attachment to life in the hour of difficulty.”

Emile Durkheim

About This Quote

Source Book: Suicide by Emile Durkheim, 1897

A wise person appreciates achieved results and lets them sustain them during hardships, rather than constantly seeking new successes.

In simple terms: Enjoy achievements to endure tough times.

Key Takeaway

Value what you have in difficulty.

Themes

appreciation resilience contentment

Mood

reflective steady

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • career setbacks
  • personal loss
  • financial hardship
  • health crises

Key Concepts

Sociology psychology gratitude

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you stay grateful without stagnating?
  • What achievements truly sustain you?
A Different Perspective

May lead to complacency if not balanced with growth.

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