Happiness Quotes

Is it a destination or a practice? These quotes explore the most sought-after human experience.

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"The pursuit of happiness often leads away from it."
Colby M. Chester
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"The pursuit of happiness is less fulfilling than the pursuit of dominance."
James Fisk
J
"Happiness comes not from what you possess, but from what you've taken from others."
James Fisk
J
"The pursuit of happiness is for those content with mediocrity."
Jay Gould
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"Happiness is a byproduct of power, not its purpose."
Jay Gould
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"The greatest happiness comes from solving problems that matter."
Elmer Sperry
"In my long life, I found that the greatest pleasure comes from creation, not consumption."
Charles Crocker
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"The secret to happiness is finding purpose in your daily work."
Thomas J. Watson Sr.
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"The greatest joy comes not from reaching the destination, but from the journey itself."
John C. Fremont
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"Happiness is a practice, not a destination—cultivate it daily."
Colby M. Chester
J
"I found that the secret to happiness is lowering expectations and exceeding them."
James Fisk
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"The happiest life is not the one with the fewest problems, but the most meaningful pursuits."
Charles Flint
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"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony."
Mark Hopkins
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"The pursuit of happiness is a noble endeavor."
Leland Stanford
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"A happy life is a life of purpose."
Leland Stanford
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"Happiness is found in service to others."
Stephen Girard
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"Happiness grows when shared with others."
Stephen Girard
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"The foundation of happiness is self-respect."
Mark Hopkins
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"The secret to happiness is found in purpose."
Mark Hopkins
J
"A cheerful bankruptcy is better than a miserable fortune earned in monotony."
James Fisk
J
"The purpose of our lives is to be happy."
John Jacob Astor
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"Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions."
John Jacob Astor
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"The pursuit of wealth is not the pursuit of happiness."
John Jacob Astor
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"The pursuit of happiness is noble, but happiness itself lies in the pursuit."
William Astor
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"Happiness is found in simple moments, not grand gestures."
William Astor
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"In the pursuit of happiness, we often lose sight of contentment."
William K. Vanderbilt
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"Happiness is found in the simple things often overlooked."
William K. Vanderbilt
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"In the pursuit of happiness, we often overlook the joy already present."
Mark Hopkins
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"Happiness is the byproduct of pursuing something greater than ourselves."
Mark Hopkins
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"Happiness is the quiet satisfaction of knowing you have lived with purpose."
William Astor