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“Victor had always said that most of the time happiness crept up on you when you were doing something else. He also said no happiness was ever wasted, because every happiness stays with you, and you can revisit it in your memory any time you're sad, or lonely or depressed. It was kinda corny, but…” quote by Charlie Fletcher
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““Victor had always said that most of the time happiness crept up on you when you were doing something else. He also said no happiness was ever wasted, because every happiness stays with you, and you can revisit it in your memory any time you're sad, or lonely or depressed. It was kinda corny, but like a lot of corny things, it was true. Maybe that was what made it corny in the first place.””

Charlie Fletcher

About This Quote

Source Book: The Darkening, by Charlie Fletcher, 2008

Happiness often appears unexpectedly while we’re occupied elsewhere, and its memory can be revisited during low moments, providing comfort.

In simple terms: Joy can show up while you’re busy and later lift you when sad.

Key Takeaway

Notice and cherish unexpected joy.

Themes

happiness memory comfort unexpected joy resilience

Mood

reflective hopeful nostalgic

Type

aphilosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • busy work
  • loneliness
  • depression
  • celebrations

Key Concepts

psychology positive reminiscence mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you capture joy in the moment?
  • What practices help you recall happy memories?
A Different Perspective

Joy may be fleeting and not solve underlying issues.

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