Charles BukowskiWe don’t even ask happiness, just a little less pain.
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We don't even ask happiness, just a little less pain. The most important thing to remember about life is that it's not meant to be easy. There are times when things will be difficult, but that's okay. It is our duty to make the best of our situation, and the only way to do that is to overcome whatever challenges come our way.
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