Doe Quote by Douglas Adams
“What does it matter? Science has achieved some wonderful things, of course, but I'd far rather be happy than right any day.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: BBC Radio 4, 1995
Happiness is more valuable than being correct; joy outweighs intellectual victory.
In simple terms: Choose happiness over being right.
Seek joy daily.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- relationships
- career choices
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes you feel truly happy?
- When have you chosen joy over correctness?
Being right can be socially rewarding.