Quote★★★★
We enjoy thoroughly only the pleasure that we give.
— Dumas
The point
The deepest satisfaction comes from giving to others rather than consuming for oneself.
Audience
Adults
Tone
Encouraging
To tell aloud
under a minute · 9 words
Subjects
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