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A happy person is not a person in a certain set of circumstances, but rather a person with a certain set of attitudes
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"A happy person is not a person in a certain set of circumstances, but rather a person with a certain set of attitudes"

- Hugh Downs

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This quote by Hugh Downs highlights the value of attitude in achieving happiness. It recommends that an individual's scenarios do not identify their level of joy, but rather their mindset towards those situations. This indicates that an individual can be pleased no matter their circumstance, as long as they have the ideal attitude. It likewise suggests that a person's mindset is something that they can manage, and that they can select to be happy regardless of their situations. This quote motivates individuals to take responsibility for their own joy, and to focus on cultivating a positive mindset in order to achieve it. Eventually, this quote motivates individuals to take control of their own happiness, and to acknowledge that it is within their power to be delighted no matter their situations.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Hugh Downs somewhere between February 14, 1921 and today. He/she was a famous Entertainer from USA. The author also have 2 other quotes.

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