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It takes wisdom to know what our own aims are. Sometimes
our goal seems selfish when it is not, because out of
custom and habit we naturally ponder what something
means for us at every step. However, if you want to know
what your ultimate goal is, simply notice the kind of pleasure
you feel when given praise and glory and the kind
of pleasure you feel in useful activity apart from personal
benefit. If you enjoy the latter, your desire is genuine.
—Secrets of Heaven 3796:3