Core truth here: "We are what we repeatedly do. Therefore, happy or unhappy states stem from our actions, longings, and desires." The more we nurture our positive states the more we embody those qualities (generosity, kindness, patience, etc.) Our states become our traits.
Ugh… just reading the Wickipedia writing on Schopenhauer?
I could NOT care less what the man THOUGHT!!!
A disgusting, entitled, over indulged wealthy white male who never raised a family. Blech!!!
SELFISH INDEED
Core truth here: "We are what we repeatedly do. Therefore, happy or unhappy states stem from our actions, longings, and desires." The more we nurture our positive states the more we embody those qualities (generosity, kindness, patience, etc.) Our states become our traits.