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“The eye must be easy, before it can be pleased.” quote by William Shenstone
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“The eye must be easy, before it can be pleased.”

William Shenstone

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Source Poem: The School of the Mind, 1768

A calm mind is prerequisite for true enjoyment.

In simple terms: Ease of mind precedes pleasure.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate mental calm to experience joy.

Themes

mindfulness contentment inner peace

Mood

contemplative serene

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • stressful work
  • creative pursuits
  • relationships
  • meditation

Key Concepts

Stoicism psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What practices help you quiet the mind?
  • How does mental ease affect your happiness?
A Different Perspective

Calmness may be difficult to achieve without practice.

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