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Joseph Addison

True happiness arises, in the first place, from the enjoyment of one's self, and in the next, from the friendship and conversation of a few select companions.

Joseph Addison

Friendship

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Genuine happiness starts with being content and at peace with who you are as an individual. After that, it comes from spending time and sharing meaningful conversations with a small group of close friends.

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