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“Basically, a human being is a social animal. So, if you create some short moment of happiness for people, you get deep satisfaction.” quote by Dalai Lama
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“Basically, a human being is a social animal. So, if you create some short moment of happiness for people, you get deep satisfaction.”

Dalai Lama

About This Quote

Source Interview: Wisdom of Compassion, 2015

Creating brief moments of happiness for others yields deep personal fulfillment.

In simple terms: Helping others brings joy.

Key Takeaway

Offer small acts of kindness daily.

Themes

compassion happiness fulfillment

Mood

warm encouraging

Type

inspirational practical

When to use this quote

  • customer service
  • volunteering
  • family interactions

Key Concepts

positive psychology altruism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What simple kindness can you share today?
  • How does giving affect your own mood?
A Different Perspective

Short happiness may be fleeting without sustained effort.

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