Achieve Quote by Shawn Achor
“Most people keep waiting on happiness, putting off happiness until they're successful or until they achieve some goal, which means we limit both happiness and success. That formula doesn't work.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor, 2010
Chasing happiness after success limits both; success and happiness; they should be pursued together.
In simple terms: Waiting for success to feel happy limits both.
Seek happiness now, not later.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career planning
- daily habits
- relationship building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What small joy can you practice today?
- How can happiness boost performance?
Success without happiness can feel hollow.