Asceticism Quote by Tito Colliander

“This obstinate will to personal happiness is the cause of unrest and division in your soul. Give it up and work against it: the rest will be given you without effort.” quote by Tito Colliander — Download Open image

“This obstinate will to personal happiness is the cause of unrest and division in your soul. Give it up and work against it: the rest will be given you without effort.”

Tito Colliander

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