Seek not happiness too greedily and be not fearful of happiness.
Interpretation
Do not pursue happiness obsessively, but do not shy away from it either.
This quote by Laozi emphasizes the importance of maintaining a balanced perspective towards happiness. It encourages individuals to avoid the extremes of overly pursuing happiness to the point of greediness while also reminding them not to fear or reject happiness when it comes into their lives. Essentially, it advocates for a mindful and measured approach to seeking joy.
In practice
During a motivational speech about achieving well-being.
If you understand others you are smart._x000D_ If you understand yourself you are illuminated._x000D_ If you overcome others you are powerful._x000D_ If you overcome yourself you have strength._x000D_ If you know how to be satisfied you are rich._x000D_ If you can act with vigor, you have a will._x000D_ If you don't lose your objectives you can be long-lasting._x000D_ If you die without loss, you are eternal.
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Exploiting yourself sexually is not a good look. I don't find it encouraging...I just stand there and sing. I'm not worried that I'm a 'plus size' and so much bigger than other artists. No matter what you look like the key is to be happy with yourself.
It is pleasing to the dear God whenever thou rejoicest or laughest from the bottom of thy heart.
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I wake up some mornings and sit and have my coffee and look out at my beautiful garden, and I go, 'Remember how good this is. Because you can lose it.'
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