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Happiness Quote by David Mikics

“Happiness is something one can’t explain. You must take my word for it. Troubles enough came afterward, but there was that summer, high and blue, a life in itself.” quote by David Mikics
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““Happiness is something one can’t explain. You must take my word for it. Troubles enough came afterward, but there was that summer, high and blue, a life in itself.””

David Mikics

About This Quote

Source Book: “The Art of the Novel”, 2015

Happiness is ineffable; you must trust others’ accounts, even when later troubles arise.

In simple terms: Happiness is hard to explain, trust it.

Key Takeaway

Accept happiness without needing proof.

Themes

happiness trust subjectivity memory

Mood

introspective nostalgic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • mental health
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

philosophy of emotion literary analysis

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines happiness for you?
  • Can you trust others’ joy?
A Different Perspective

Subjective happiness may be fragile and fleeting.

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