Happiness Quotes
Is it a destination or a practice? These quotes explore the most sought-after human experience.
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"Happiness is a byproduct of meaningful engagement, not a direct goal."Simone de Beauvoir
"He who would be happy must not think of himself."Jean-Jacques Rousseau
"The poor man is happy when he has enough; the rich man is never content."Jean-Jacques Rousseau
"Happiness is found within oneself."Pierre Corneille
"Joy comes from simple things."Pierre Corneille
"Happiness is not found in great deeds, but in small acts of kindness."Jean Racine
"The satisfied heart seeks no more."Jean Racine
"The pursuit of happiness is the greatest law ever given to mankind."Voltaire
"The greatest happiness comes from within."Stéphane Mallarmé
"Luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it is not luxury."Charles Baudelaire
"The greatest pleasure I take is in the change of the seasons."Charles Baudelaire
"There is only one way to become happy by means of the heart, and that is to have no heart."Denis Diderot
"The pursuit of pleasure without purpose leads only to emptiness."Denis Diderot
"To be happy, one must have the courage to be oneself despite society's expectations."Denis Diderot
"Happiness is not found in the absence of struggle, but in its noble pursuit."Pierre Corneille
"To find happiness, one must first understand what does not bring it."Pierre Corneille
"The happiest state is that where all, without exception, enjoy perfect liberty."Jean-Jacques Rousseau
"I am convinced that we do more good by being happy than in any other way."Jean-Jacques Rousseau
"Happiness is a good action."Jean-Jacques Rousseau
"The greatest obstacle to happiness is the pursuit of happiness itself."Molière
"The greatest wealth is the ability to be content with simplicity."Molière
"The pursuit of happiness often prevents us from finding true contentment."Jean Racine
"Happiness is not a destination but a series of small moments fully lived."Jean Racine
"Illusion is the first of all pleasures."Voltaire
"I have decided to be happy because it is good for my health."Voltaire
"Every comfort which does not come from within is not true comfort."Voltaire
"Happiness is found in moments, not destinations"Arthur Rimbaud
"Happiness lies in the joy of achievement."Paul Verlaine
"Happiness is not a destination but a rebellion against sorrow."Charles Baudelaire
"Joy is found in small moments of grace."Pierre Corneille