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Happiness is like a cloud, if you stare at it long enough, it evaporates
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"Happiness is like a cloud, if you stare at it long enough, it evaporates"

- Sarah McLachlan

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This quote by Sarah McLachlan talks to the fleeting nature of joy. It recommends that happiness is something that can be enjoyed in the moment, but if we focus excessive on it, it can rapidly disappear. The metaphor of a cloud is utilized to highlight this concept, as clouds are frequently viewed as a symbol of delight and appeal, however they can quickly dissipate if we gaze at them for too long. This quote is a suggestion to appreciate the moments of pleasure and happiness that come our method, however to likewise be aware that they might not last permanently. It encourages us to savor the moments of happiness and to not take them for granted. Ultimately, this quote works as a reminder that joy is something to be enjoyed in the moment, and not something to be kept for too long.

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Sarah McLachlan This quote is written / told by Sarah McLachlan somewhere between January 28, 1968 and today. She was a famous Musician from Canada. The author also have 31 other quotes.

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