From: The Picture of Dorian Gray: A Portrait of a Rotten Soul
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Is it possible to chase personal pleasure without hurting other people?

Dorian Gray wanted to experience everything life had to offer without any consequences. But his search for endless pleasure led him to treat people as objects, eventually destroying lives.

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Reflect on your own hobbies and pleasures. Make sure they bring you joy without costing someone else their happiness.

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