Skip to content

Desire Quote by George Sayer

“He valued these experiences of joy more than anything else he had known, and he desired, as all who have experienced them desire, to have them again and again. It was this mystical quality that set him apart from other boys. He was surprised by joy. He spent the rest of his life searching for more…” quote by George Sayer
Download Open image
““He valued these experiences of joy more than anything else he had known, and he desired, as all who have experienced them desire, to have them again and again. It was this mystical quality that set him apart from other boys. He was surprised by joy. He spent the rest of his life searching for more of it.””

George Sayer

About This Quote

Source Biography: “George Sayer on C.S. Lewis”, 1995

Joy is a rare, mystical quality that drives a person to seek it repeatedly.

In simple terms: Joy drives continual seeking.

Key Takeaway

Pursue and cherish joy.

Themes

joy spirituality search

Mood

uplifting thoughtful

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal fulfillment
  • creative pursuits
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What activities bring you lasting joy?
  • How can you share joy with others?
A Different Perspective

Joy may be fleeting.

2.3 out of 5 (7 ratings)

More by George Sayer

Explore all 6 George Sayer quotes

More Desire quotes

Browse all 15,159 Desire quotes