What is the paradox of hedonism?

A. You can never have too much pleasure.
B. You cannot love more than one person at the same time.
C. You must find pleasure in your own company before you can find pleasure in the company of others.
D. The harder you look for pleasure, the more it is likely to elude you.


D. The harder you look for pleasure, the more it is likely to elude you.

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