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Accustomed Quote by Sigmund Freud

“One becomes gradually accustomed to a new realization of the nature of 'happiness': one has to assume happiness when Fate does not carry out all its threats simultaneously.” quote by Sigmund Freud
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“One becomes gradually accustomed to a new realization of the nature of 'happiness': one has to assume happiness when Fate does not carry out all its threats simultaneously.”

Sigmund Freud

About This Quote

Source Book: The Interpretation of Dreams, 1900

Happiness requires accepting that not all threats materialize simultaneously, and adapting to this reality.

In simple terms: Accept incomplete outcomes for happiness.

Key Takeaway

Embrace uncertainty.

Themes

acceptance uncertainty happiness

Mood

thoughtful reflective

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

  • daily life
  • career setbacks
  • personal loss
  • goal pursuit

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy existentialism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you adjust expectations?
  • What does “Fate” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Happiness may be elusive if expectations stay rigid.

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