“Happiness is not the reward of virtue but virtue itself”
— Baruch Spinoza
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The quote suggests that being a good person is its own reward. It's not about doing good things to get something in return; the act of being kind and doing the right thing makes you feel happy and content. For example, think about helping a friend when they need it. You don't help because you expect a gift or praise; you do it because helping makes you feel good inside. Similarly, telling the truth, being patient, or showing respect to others gives you a sense of inner happiness. This means that living a life based on good values naturally brings joy, without needing anything else. So, you don't need to wait for a reward to be happy; just being a good person is enough to feel fulfilled.
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