Zadie SmithTell the truth through whichever veil comes to hand — but tell it. Resign yourself to the lifelong sadness that comes from never Âbeing satisfied.
About This Quote
The greatest pleasure in life is doing what you love and being able to pay the bills. This quote from Ernest Hemingway describes the great joy that can be found in a job that truly brings you joy. Nobody wants to live a life that they hate and that’s why we choose our careers. However, if you have a job that doesn’t bring you joy, then you have to accept the lifelong sadness that comes from never being satisfied.
People who use this quote are saying that they choose to find joy in their jobs because it makes them happy. If they had a job that brought them so much happiness, then they wouldn’t have to look for other jobs.
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