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“Everybody can do something toward creating in his own environment kindly feelings rather than anger, reasonableness rather than hysteria, happiness rather than misery.” quote by Bertrand Russell
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“Everybody can do something toward creating in his own environment kindly feelings rather than anger, reasonableness rather than hysteria, happiness rather than misery.”

Bertrand Russell

About This Quote

Source Book: The Conquest of Happiness, 1930

Choosing kindness, reason, and joy over anger, hysteria, and misery creates a healthier environment.

In simple terms: Choose kindness and reason over negativity.

Key Takeaway

Practice kindness and rationality daily.

Themes

ethics mental health social harmony

Mood

inspirational practical

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • family life
  • community projects
  • personal stress management

Key Concepts

kindness reason happiness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you cultivate kindness in stressful moments?
  • What rational arguments support choosing happiness?
A Different Perspective

Kindness may be difficult when hurt.

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