Hugh MacLeodAnyone can be an idealist. Anyone can be a cynic. The hard part lies somewhere in the middle–that is, being human.
About This Quote
This quote is one of the most beautiful short pieces ever said. It is not necessary to fight for ideals nor to fight for cynicism. To be an idealist means to fight for something that is good. But at the same time, to be a cynic means to fight for something that is bad.
The middle point is not easy. You may think you are always right at odds with everyone else, but if you do this, you will always believe in fighting. And, fighting makes people suffer and live a life of misery.
All we need is to live a life full of happiness and love and contentment and we will achieve our dreams and move on with our lives happily ever after.
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