Knowing how things work is the basis for appreciation, and is thus a source of civilized delight.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
Appreciation is a wonderful thing: It makes what is excellent in others belong to us as well.
This has taught me that being pleasant is always so much more productive, for I know well the rewards for being good-natured.
There is a sort of gratification in doing good which makes us rejoice in ourselves.
Culture is the habit of being pleased with the best and knowing why.
The noblest pleasure is the joy of understanding.
We need to appreciate how precious life is.
My belief is that we were put into this world of wonders and beauty with a special ability to appreciate them, in some cases to have the fun of taking a hand in developing them, and also in being able to help other people instead of overreaching them and, through it all, to enjoy life - that is, to be happy.
What I've learned is there's a scientifically proven phenomenon that's attached to gratitude, and that if you consciously take note of what is good in your life, quantifiable benefits happen.
The main thing I've learned is that we all have to learn to work with - and appreciate - the brain we've been given, and not waste time wishing things were easier.
What's important is self-appreciation.