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Drink Quote by Rajneesh

“Eat, drink, and be merry is perfectly good in itself; nothing is wrong in it. But it is not enough. Soon you will get tired of it. One cannot just go on eating, drinking, and merrying. Soon the merry-go-round turns into a sorry-go-round - because it is repetitive. Only a very mediocre mind can go…” quote by Rajneesh
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“Eat, drink, and be merry is perfectly good in itself; nothing is wrong in it. But it is not enough. Soon you will get tired of it. One cannot just go on eating, drinking, and merrying. Soon the merry-go-round turns into a sorry-go-round - because it is repetitive. Only a very mediocre mind can go on being happy with it.”

Rajneesh

About This Quote

Source Speech: Discourses on Life, 1975

Pleasure alone is insufficient; repetitive indulgence leads to emptiness and stagnation.

In simple terms: Enjoyment without purpose becomes boring.

Key Takeaway

Seek deeper purpose beyond fleeting joy.

Themes

pleasure meaning mindfulness growth

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • daily routine
  • social gatherings
  • personal goals

Key Concepts

hedonism existentialism psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What deeper purpose drives you?
  • How can you balance joy and meaning?
A Different Perspective

Excessive pleasure can cause addiction.

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