People accept their ...

People accept their limitations so as to prevent themselves from wanting anything they might get.
 Celia Green

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That society exists to frustrate the individual may be seen from its attitude to work. It is only morally acceptable if you do not want to do it. If you do want to, it becomes a personal pleasure.
 Celia Green
A narrow mind and a wide mouth usually go together.
 Celia Green