Good life Quote by J. Maarten Troost
““for what is life, a good life, but the accumulation of small pleasures?””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sex Lives of Cannibals by J. Maarten Troost, 2004
A good life is built from many small, everyday joys rather than grand achievements.
In simple terms: Life is a series of small pleasures.
Seek and savor daily joys.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily routine
- relationships
- travel
- food experiences
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What small pleasure can you appreciate today?
- How do you balance daily joy with future planning?
Overemphasis on small pleasures may neglect long‑term goals.