Capacity Quote by Emilie du Chatelet
“To be happy, one must rid oneself of prejudice, be virtuous, healthy, and have a capacity for enjoyment and for passion ...”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Treatise: "Discourses on the Happiness of the Soul", 1740
True happiness requires eliminating bias, cultivating virtue, health, and the capacity for enjoyment and passion.
In simple terms: Be virtuous, healthy, and open to joy.
Key Takeaway
Pursue virtue and balanced well‑being.
Themes
happiness
virtue
health
joy
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
self‑help
When to use this quote
- personal development
- education
- mental health therapy
Key Concepts
prejudice
passion
well‑being
Questions to Reflect On
- What prejudices limit your joy?
- How can you nurture passion responsibly?
A Different Perspective
May overlook systemic barriers to happiness.
