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Being smart Quote by Gordon B. Hinckley

“You can be smart and happy or stupid and miserable. . . it's your choice” quote by Gordon B. Hinckley
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“You can be smart and happy or stupid and miserable. . . it's your choice”

Gordon B. Hinckley

About This Quote

Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1995

One can choose a path of intellect and joy or ignorance and misery; personal responsibility shapes happiness.

In simple terms: Choices affect happiness.

Key Takeaway

Choose growth over stagnation.

Themes

choice responsibility happiness

Mood

reflective motivational

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • personal relationships
  • health habits

Key Concepts

psychology spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What choices are you making today?
  • How do you balance intellect and happiness?
A Different Perspective

External circumstances can limit choices.

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