Quote by Fyodor Dostoevsky

Happiness does not lie in happiness, but in the achievement of it.

Happiness does not lie in happiness, but in the achievement

Summary

This quote suggests that true happiness is not found solely in the experience of being happy, but rather in the process and effort required to attain it. It implies that the pursuit of happiness and the fulfillment of personal goals and aspirations are key factors in experiencing genuine joy and contentment. Merely seeking momentary happiness may not lead to lasting fulfillment; it is the progress made and eventual achievement that hold the true source of happiness.

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Happiness

By Fyodor Dostoevsky

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