Our notions about happiness entrap us. We forget that they are just id…

Nhat Hanh
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Our notions about happiness entrap us. We forget that they are just ideas. Our idea of happiness can prevent us from actually being happy. We fail to see the opportunity for joy that is right in front of us when we are caught in a belief that happiness should take a particular form. ✨ Thich Nhat Hanh (2008). Teachings on Love: Easyread Edition, p.54, ReadHowYouWant.com
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