To be stupid, and selfish, and to have good health are the three requirements for happiness - though if stupidity is lacking, the others are useless. (Julian Barnes)

To be stupid, and selfish, and to have good health are the three requirements for happiness - though if stupidity is lacking, the others are useless.

Julian Barnes

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