"Very little is needed to make a happy life; it is all within yourself, in your way of thinking"
- Marcus Aurelius
About this Quote
This quote by Marcus Aurelius speaks with the idea that real happiness is an interior state of being, rather than something that can be discovered on the surface. It suggests that we have the power to produce our own happiness, and that it is not dependent on exterior elements such as riches or product belongings. Instead, it is our very own way of thinking that identifies our level of joy. This quote motivates us to take responsibility for our own joy and also to focus on the positive aspects of life, as opposed to house on the negative. It reminds us that we have the power to produce our own joy, which it is within our control. By transforming our point of view and also concentrating on the good, we can produce a life of contentment and delight.
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