Life must be lived and curiosity kept alive. One must never, for whatever reason, turn his back on life.
Eleanor RooseveltRead
Happiness is not a goal; it is a by-product.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Happiness comes from the experiences we have, rather than being a target to achieve.
This quote by Eleanor Roosevelt emphasizes that happiness is not a destination to strive for but rather a natural result of living a fulfilling and meaningful life. It suggests that when we engage deeply in our activities and relationships, happiness emerges as a side effect rather than a direct aim.
Themes
HappinessBy-ProductLifeFulfillmentExperience
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational talk about achieving a balanced life, one could quote Eleanor Roosevelt to illustrate the importance of finding joy in the process.
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