Be happy Quote by Candace Bushnell
“I think when I was 12, I started reading Evelyn Waugh, and I loved Evelyn Waugh so much, and I thought: 'This is how the world really is. If I could be Evelyn Waugh, then I would be happy.'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Magazine Profile, 2010
Admiring a writer led to idealizing their worldview, seeking happiness through imitation.
In simple terms: Imitating admired authors for happiness.
Key Takeaway
Seek personal authenticity over imitation.
Themes
identity
literature
aspiration
Mood
introspective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- writing
- career choice
- personal growth
Key Concepts
role models
self-discovery
Questions to Reflect On
- Who inspires you truly?
- How can you honor them without copying?
A Different Perspective
Imitation can cause loss of self.
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