Anxiety Quote by Derek Bok
“I think one thing that does cause unhappiness is protracted anxiety and worry.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Student Well‑Being, Harvard University, 1999
Prolonged anxiety and worry are major sources of unhappiness.
In simple terms: Worry makes us unhappy.
Reduce anxiety to improve happiness.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- exam periods
- job interviews
- personal crises
- daily stress
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your chronic worry?
- How can you reframe anxious thoughts?
Anxiety can be a symptom of deeper issues requiring professional help.