The fleeting nature of pleasure and happiness from "summary" of The World as Will and Presentation by Arthur Schopenhauer,David Carus,Richard E. Aquila
Schopenhauer delves into the idea that pleasure and happiness are transient in nature. He argues that our pursuit of pleasure is often in vain, as it is fleeting and temporary. We may experience moments of joy and satisfaction, but these feelings do not last. This impermanence of pleasure leads to a constant cycle of seeking new sources of happiness, only to be disappointed when they too fade away. Furthermore, Schopenhauer suggests that our desires are insatiable, and no amount of pleasure can truly satisfy us. We are always left wanting more, trapped in a never-endi...
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