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Smiling Know Quote by Lloyd Alexander

“It may be," replied Coll, smiling, "we know least what we treasure most. But we will have more than enough to keep us busy when you come back, and you will learn, my boy, there is nothing like work to put the heart at rest.” quote by Lloyd Alexander
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““It may be," replied Coll, smiling, "we know least what we treasure most. But we will have more than enough to keep us busy when you come back, and you will learn, my boy, there is nothing like work to put the heart at rest.””

Lloyd Alexander

About This Quote

Source Book: The Chronicles of Prydain, The Black Cauldron, Lloyd Alexander, 1965

We often undervalue what we truly cherish, yet work provides purpose and peace, filling our lives with meaningful activity.

In simple terms: Work gives peace and purpose.

Key Takeaway

Embrace work to find calm.

Themes

purpose work contentment value balance

Mood

reflective calm

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career
  • volunteering
  • creative projects
  • daily chores

Key Concepts

existential fulfillment psychology of labor meaningful activity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does work mean to you?
  • How can you balance work and rest?
A Different Perspective

Work may become a distraction from deeper reflection.

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