Ailments Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“This is the true joy of life-the being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one, the being thoroughly worn out before you are thrown to the scrap-heap; the being a force of nature instead of a feverish, selfish clod of ailments and grievances.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Man and Superman, 1905
True joy comes from serving a higher purpose, exhausting oneself for a noble cause rather than selfish concerns.
In simple terms: Purposeful service brings deep fulfillment.
Key Takeaway
Serve a cause larger than yourself.
Themes
purpose
joy
self‑sacrifice
meaning
Mood
inspirational
serious
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- career mission
- artistic creation
- activism
Key Concepts
existentialism
ethics
humanism
Questions to Reflect On
- What purpose energizes you?
- How to balance self‑care with service?
A Different Perspective
Self‑neglect can lead to burnout.
