Quote by Ryōjun Shionuma

In the mind engaged in struggling with hardship, one always finds something delightful. The sorrow of disappointment arises in the complacency of satisfaction.

— Zicheng Hong

“Without even realizing it, we magnetize people, opportunities, and outcomes. Many people continue to attract dysfunctional folks who bring trauma, drama, crisis, and negativity…

— Susan C. Young

“Life is filled with either problems or possibilities. When you look at a problem, but see opportunity instead, you become a powerful source that…

— The Angel Affect

“There is only one real misfortune: to forfeit one's own good opinion of oneself. To have lost one's self-respect: that is what unhappiness is.…

— Thomas Mann

“Even if projects and new ventures do not work out, even if you undergo more disappointment or more suffering, at least you had the…

— Art Berg

“Having the lure of even a slightly more hopeful future for oneself, other people, and society is as important for motivation as the push…

— Howard John Clinebell

“There is in such situations usually a moment of passion during which the unthinkable is said; this is followed by a sense of euphoria…

— Mohsin Hamid

Many who seem to be struggling with adversity are happy; many, amid great affluence, are utterly miserable.

— Tacitus

“What is there in our nature that is for ever urging us on towards pain and misery? We are not formed for enjoyment; and,…

— Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

“Why does that obstinate little voice in our heads torment us so? Could it be because it reminds us that we are alive, of…

— Donna Tartt

“How can thinking about the misery of others help if you’re miserable yourself”

— Anne Frank

“I’m young and have many hidden qualities; I’m young and strong and living through a big adventure; I’m right in the middle of it…

— Anne Frank