He sospechado alguna vez que la unica cosa sin misterio es la felicidad, porque se justifica por si sola.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Happiness is the only thing without mystery because it justifies itself.
- In plain terms
- You don't need to question why you are happy; it is its own reason.
- What can you take from it?
- Happiness needs no explanation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why is happiness so rare if it is simple?
- Does joy need reasons?
Another view
Sometimes happiness feels mysterious or fleeting.
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