Believe Quote by Hank Smith
“Sometimes people think if someone has depression, that person must be a broken Mormon. We believe that righteousness is happiness, but what happens when people are righteous and they're not happy?”
About This Quote
The statement challenges the assumption that religious righteousness guarantees happiness, highlighting that devout individuals can still experience unhappiness.
In simple terms: Righteousness doesn't always mean happiness.
Recognize that faith and happiness are not synonymous.
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When to use this quote
- mental health counseling
- faith communities
- personal introspection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your faith influence your well‑being?
- Can happiness exist without religious belief?
It may generalize about a specific group and overlook individual variance.