Ambition Quote by Dorothy Koomson
““Are you working towards some big goal in life? In the big picture, do you know what you want?" " I thought I did. I thought I had it. But it didn't last. At that time, I thought what I wanted, what my big ambition in life was - wait for it - to be happy. It soon became apparent that happiness shouldn't be a destination in life. It should be part of the journey of your life. Putting everything on hold to achieve the one thing you think will make you happy will actually mean that you're miserable along the way to getting there, and when you get there, you might find that the thing you wanted doesn't make you as happy as you thought it would. Or worse, you've completely forgotten how to be happy.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Life's Journey, 2014
Happiness is a continuous experience, not a distant goal; chasing a single aim can cause misery.
In simple terms: Happiness is part of life’s journey.
Key Takeaway
Seek daily joy, not just a final achievement.
Themes
happiness
goal setting
mindfulness
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
self‑help
When to use this quote
- career planning
- relationship building
- daily gratitude practices
Key Concepts
psychology
well‑being
Questions to Reflect On
- What daily habits bring you joy?
- How can you balance goals with present contentment?
A Different Perspective
May neglect long‑term planning.
