Quote by Paulo Coelho

You can't want to be happy, because that's too easy and too boring.

You can't want to be happy, because that's too easy and too

Summary

This quote suggests that simply desiring to be happy is not enough. It implies that true happiness entails more than just a surface-level, effortless wish. The quote encourages individuals to seek something deeper and more fulfilling in life, as merely wanting to be happy might lead to a monotonous and unchallenging existence. It suggests that genuine happiness lies in exploration, growth, and embracing the complexities and challenges of life, rather than settling for easy contentment.

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