"Now and then it's good to pause in our pursuit of happiness and just be happy"
- Guillaume Apollinaire
About this Quote
This quote by Guillaume Apollinaire motivates us to take a break from our pursuit of joy and just delight in the moment. It advises us that happiness is not something that can be achieved through effort and dedication alone. Rather, it is something that must be experienced and valued in the present moment. The quote motivates us to take an action back from our daily lives and value the basic joys of life. It reminds us that true happiness comes from within which we should make the effort to value the little things in life. By taking a break from our pursuit of happiness, we can find real satisfaction and happiness in the present minute.
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