Attachment Quote by William Hazlitt
“Our notions with respect to the importance of life, and our attachment to it, depend on a principle which has very little to do with its happiness or its misery. The love of life is, in general, the effect not of our enjoyments, but of our passions.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "On the Love of Life", 1818
Our attachment to life stems from passion, not from happiness or suffering; meaning is derived from what we care about.
In simple terms: Life's value comes from what we love, not how we feel.
Key Takeaway
Identify passions that give life purpose.
Themes
philosophy
meaning
passion
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- career choices
- relationship building
- creative pursuits
- personal growth
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What passions drive your sense of purpose?
- How do you balance passion with well‑being?
A Different Perspective
Passions can be fleeting, leading to instability.
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