Happiness Quote by William Butler Yeats
“We are happy when for everything inside us there is a corresponding something outside us.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Second Coming", 1919, or other poetic works
The quote expresses a sense of harmony between inner experiences and external reality, implying that inner states find reflection or counterpart in the world
In simple terms: Inner feelings are mirrored by external events
Key Takeaway
Seek alignment between inner emotions and outer circumstances
Themes
philosophy
psychology
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- creative expression
- mindfulness practice
- relationship building
Key Concepts
interconnectedness
reflection
inner-outer resonance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you notice inner states reflected outward?
- Can external events truly mirror inner experiences?
A Different Perspective
Assumes a universal correspondence that may not hold in all contexts
