Who said "The pursuit of happiness often guarantees its evasion."?

This quote is attributed to Catherine de Medici.

The pursuit of happiness often guarantees its evasion. - Catherine de Medici

"The pursuit of happiness often guarantees its evasion."

Catherine de Medici Happiness

Queen Regent Statesman French-Italian 1519–1589

"The future is made of the same stuff as the present."

"A woman who cannot rule herself cannot rule others."

"I am no bird; and no net ensnares me; I am a free human being with an independent will."

"When one's expectations are reduced to zero, one really appreciates everything one does have."

"Babalú!"

"My greatest joy is making people smile."

"Laughter and love make a home."

"The best things in life are free."