Quote by Kanye West

I refuse to accept other people's ideas of happiness for me. As if there's a 'one size fits all' standard for happiness.

I refuse to accept other people's ideas of happiness for me.

Summary

This quote expresses the rejection of societal expectations and the notion that happiness should adhere to one universal definition. It emphasizes the importance of individual autonomy in determining what brings joy and fulfillment. It challenges the idea that there is a fixed, predetermined formula for happiness and encourages embracing personal preferences, passions, and values as the foundation for one's own happiness.

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Happiness

By Kanye West

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