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Henry Van Dyke

To desire and strive to be of some service to the world, to aim at doing something which shall really increase the happiness and welfare and virtue of mankind - this is a choice which is possible for all of us and surely it is a good haven to sail for.

Henry Van Dyke

Happiness

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Henry Van Dyke is saying that everyone can choose to work toward helping others and improving their well-being and goodness. He believes this goal is a safe and worthwhile direction for people to focus their efforts on.

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