Quote by John Lennon

When I went to school, they asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up. I wrote down 'happy'. They told me I didn't understand the assignment; I told them they didn't understand life.

When I went to school, they asked me what I wanted to be whe

Summary

This quote expresses a profound perspective on life and the pursuit of happiness. The speaker challenges the conventional notion that success and a particular career define happiness. By prioritizing personal fulfillment and well-being over societal expectations, the quote highlights the importance of choosing one's own path in life and rejecting external standards of success. It suggests that the true understanding of life lies in recognizing that happiness cannot be confined to a specific profession or achievement but rather is a subjective and individual pursuit.

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