Quote by Hank Green

We often just accept the things that we like and complain a lot about the things that we don't like. But if we could, like, intensly dwell on the really great things in life the way we intensely dwell on the negative things in life. I think that would be fantastic.

We often just accept the things that we like and complain a

Summary

This quote highlights the tendency of people to focus on the negative aspects of life rather than celebrating the positive ones. It suggests that if we could shift our perspective and invest the same amount of attention and appreciation towards the positive things, it would greatly enhance our overall enjoyment of life. By resisting the impulse to complain and instead dwelling on the exceptional aspects of life, we could cultivate a more optimistic and fulfilling mindset.

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By Hank Green

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