Beaumarchais captured a paradox that wrecks the pursuit of happiness: the moment you finally get what you wanted, the thrill vanishes. Real satisfaction isn't in the possession—it's in the wanting, the hunting, the anticipation. This is why lottery winners return to baseline within months and why the 'last 10 pounds' never deliver the joy the 'first 10' did.
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