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Herman Hesse

This happiness consisted of nothing else but the harmony of the few things around me with my own existence, a feeling of contentment and well-being that needed no changes and no intensification.

Herman Hesse

Happiness

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Hesse describes happiness as a peaceful balance between himself and the small number of things near him, where everything fits together naturally. This feeling is complete and steady, requiring no improvement or excitement to feel good.

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