There are people that can believe everything they want. These are happy creatures.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- It observes that believing anything one wants is a source of happiness, implying a link between cognitive flexibility and contentment.
- In plain terms
- People who believe whatever they wish tend to be happy.
- What can you take from it?
- Mindset shapes happiness.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you believe what you want?
- Does belief bring peace?
Another view
Delusion can cause harm.
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