Quotation by

Anton Chekhov

Life does not agree with philosophy: There is no happiness that is not idleness, and only what is useless is pleasurable.

Anton Chekhov

Happiness

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Chekhov suggests that real happiness comes from doing nothing productive, implying that work or purpose often prevents pleasure. He argues that only activities without practical use bring true enjoyment in life.

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