Happiness quote by Bertolt Brecht

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Everyone chases after happiness, not noticing that happiness is right at their heels
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"Everyone chases after happiness, not noticing that happiness is right at their heels"

- Bertolt Brecht

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This quote by Bertolt Brecht speaks to the concept that joy is often something that we look for, however it is often right in front of us. We often believe that we need to go out and discover happiness, when in reality, it is something that is currently within us. We can find delight in the small moments of life, such as spending quality time with family and friends, or merely taking a moment to value the appeal of nature. Joy is not something that we require to go out and find, however rather something that we can discover in today minute. We can find happiness in the simple things in life, and it is essential to take the time to appreciate them. Happiness is not something that we require to chase after, however rather something that is currently within us.

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Germany Flag This quote is written / told by Bertolt Brecht between February 10, 1898 and August 14, 1956. He/she was a famous Poet from Germany, the quote is categorized under the topic Happiness. The author also have 36 other quotes.

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