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Every day Quote by May Sarton

“I've been thinking about happiness-how wrong it is ever to expect it to last or there to be a time of happiness. It's not that, it's a moment of happiness. Almost every day contains at least one moment of happiness.” quote by May Sarton
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“I've been thinking about happiness-how wrong it is ever to expect it to last or there to be a time of happiness. It's not that, it's a moment of happiness. Almost every day contains at least one moment of happiness.”

May Sarton

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Unbearable Lightness of Being? (Unknown), null

Happiness is fleeting; expect moments, not permanent states.

In simple terms: Happiness comes in brief moments.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate each happy instant.

Themes

impermanence expectation mindfulness

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily life
  • relationships
  • mental health

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you capture fleeting joy?
  • What expectations limit your happiness?
A Different Perspective

Happiness can be elusive and variable.

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