“The difficulty of pleasing is the price of being pleased.”
What this quote means
This quote by Laclos suggests that the pleasure one feels is proportional to the effort invested in obtaining it. It evokes the value of difficulty and merit. It resonates in a consumer society where everything seems accessible, reminding that the most delicious rewards are those that require us to go beyond ourselves.
How to apply it daily
Choose an ambitious goal and accept difficulties as part of the path; savor the satisfaction of having overcome obstacles.
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