He is happy, whose circumstances suit his temper; but he is… - David Hume

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He is happy, whose circumstances suit his temper; but he is more excellent, who can suit his temper to any circumstances.

David Hume

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David Hume (7 May 1711, N.S. [April 26, O.S.] – 25 August 1776) was a Scottish philosopher, historian, economist and essayist.

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He is happy, whose circumstances suit his temper; but he is more excellent, who can suit his temper to any circumstances. - David Hume

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