Happiness pursued directly will elude us; it comes only as a... - Sartre, Jean-Paul

This quote is attributed to Sartre, Jean-Paul.

"Happiness pursued directly will elude us; it comes only as a byproduct of authentic engagement."

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Philosopher-Writer French 1905–1980

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