Quote by Eva Gabor

I should have been smart enough to stay happy. But my ambition ruled my life.

I should have been smart enough to stay happy. But my ambiti

Summary

This quote reflects a sense of regret and realization from the speaker that they prioritized ambition over their own happiness. It suggests that they acknowledge that their drive for success or achievement became the dominant force in their life, possibly to the detriment of their overall well-being and contentment. It implies a recognition that they should have prioritized their personal happiness better, emphasizing the importance of balancing personal ambition with the pursuit of happiness.

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Life Ambition

By Eva Gabor

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