Meaning of life quote from Lin Yutang (Taipei)

"The wisdom of life consists in the elimination of the non-essentials."

Lin Yutang, age 0 (1895 - 1976)

Taipei, Taiwan

April 14, 2026

This perspective on the meaning of life comes from Lin Yutang, based in Taipei, Taiwan. As a renowned thinker (1895 - 1976), their words continue to inspire people around the world.

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