Quote by Nathaniel Hawthorne

Happiness in this world, when it comes, comes incidentally. Make it the object of pursuit, and it leads us a wild-goose chase, and is never attained. Follow some other object, and very possibly we may find that we have caught happiness without dreaming of it.

Happiness in this world, when it comes, comes incidentally.

Summary

This quote suggests that happiness is elusive when it becomes the sole purpose of pursuit. Instead, happiness is more likely to be attained when it is not the direct focus. By focusing on other objectives or passions, happiness can be found unexpectedly. The quote emphasizes that direct pursuit of happiness can lead to disappointment, while leading a fulfilling life and following personal interests may result in stumbling upon happiness along the way.

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Happiness

By Nathaniel Hawthorne

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