Quote by Jennifer Garner

My mother is a big believer in being responsible for your own happiness. She always talked about finding joy in small moments and insisted that we stop and take in the beauty of an ordinary day. When I stop the car to make my kids really see a sunset, I hear my mother's voice and smile.

My mother is a big believer in being responsible for your ow

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This quote emphasizes the importance of taking personal responsibility for one's happiness. The speaker's mother instilled this belief by highlighting the significance of finding joy in everyday moments and appreciating the beauty of the ordinary. The act of stopping the car to make their children truly observe a sunset serves as a reminder of the mother's guidance and brings a smile to the speaker's face. The quote suggests that by actively seeking and appreciating happiness in small moments, one can cultivate a more fulfilling life.

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