Quote by Iris Murdoch

Happiness is a matter of one's most ordinary and everyday mode of consciousness being busy and lively and unconcerned with self.

Happiness is a matter of one's most ordinary and everyday mo

Summary

This quote suggests that true happiness is not found in extravagant experiences or external circumstances, but in the ordinary and mundane aspects of life. It emphasizes the importance of having an engaged and vibrant state of mind, where one is not preoccupied with self-centered thoughts or worries. Instead, by being fully present and embracing each moment with attentiveness and enthusiasm, one can find fulfillment in the simplest of activities and achieve a lasting sense of joy.

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Happiness

By Iris Murdoch

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