"I don't sing because I'm happy; I'm happy because I sing"
- William James
About this Quote
This quote by William James speaks to the power of music and how it can bring delight and happiness to our lives. It recommends that singing is not just a method to reveal our emotions, however likewise a method to develop them. By singing, we can tap into a source of joy and happiness that is not depending on our external circumstances. Rather, it is something that we can access within ourselves, regardless of our current situation. This quote motivates us to use music as a method to bring joy and happiness into our lives, and to recognize the power of music to lift our spirits and bring us joy. It reminds us that we do not need to await joy to come to us, however that we can create it ourselves through singing.
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