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“Everyone who has observed human behavior for more than thirty continuous seconds seems to have noticed that people are strongly, perhaps even primarily, perhaps even single-mindedly, motivated to feel happy.” quote by Daniel Gilbert
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“Everyone who has observed human behavior for more than thirty continuous seconds seems to have noticed that people are strongly, perhaps even primarily, perhaps even single-mindedly, motivated to feel happy.”

Daniel Gilbert

About This Quote

People are primarily motivated to feel happy, indicating happiness drives behavior.

In simple terms: Happiness drives human motivation.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize activities that increase joy.

Themes

psychology motivation happiness

Mood

optimistic analytical

Type

theory personal

When to use this quote

  • pursuing hobbies
  • positive relationships
  • mindfulness

Key Concepts

well‑being behavioral science

Questions to Reflect On

  • What truly makes you happy?
  • How can you sustain happiness long‑term?
A Different Perspective

Happiness may be fleeting.

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