Quote by Jodi Picoult

Everyone knew that if you divided reality by expectation, you got a happiness quotient. But when you invert the equation - expectation divided by reality - you didn't get the opposite of happiness. What you got, Lewis realized, was hope.

Everyone knew that if you divided reality by expectation, yo

Summary

This quote implies that people often calculate their happiness based on how well reality compares to their expectations. However, when the equation is reversed, and expectations are divided by reality, it results in hope rather than unhappiness. This suggests that hope arises from believing in a potential future that surpasses the current reality, providing a sense of optimism and anticipation. It highlights the power of hope in driving individuals to strive for better outcomes by transcending present circumstances.

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Reality Happiness Inspirational Expectation Quotient

By Jodi Picoult

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