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“The quality of life does not depend on happiness alone but also on what one does to be happy”

Mihaly Csíkszentmihalyi

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It's not enough to just want to be happy; how you try to find happiness matters too. Imagine two people aiming to feel good about life. One person watches TV all day, while the other learns new skills and helps others. The second person is likely to feel more fulfilled because they are doing meaningful activities. This shows that to improve your life, you need to focus on positive actions and goals, not just the end feeling. Doing something worthwhile, like pursuing hobbies or helping friends, can lead to deeper and longer-lasting happiness. So, find joy in what you do, not just in the feeling of being happy.

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Actions Contentment Happiness Life satisfaction Meaning of life Personal fulfillment Purpose Quality of life Self-improvement Well-being
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