Great Quote by Edward Young
“None think the great unhappy, but the great.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Night Thoughts, 1742
Highlights that true happiness is rare and often overlooked, while suffering is more commonly observed.
In simple terms: Happiness is rare; suffering is common.
Seek joy, recognize its rarity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- mental health
- personal reflection
- life counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we cultivate happiness despite its scarcity?
- What practices help notice joy in daily life?
Focusing on rarity may cause despair.