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This philosophy has some merit. I would add this, attributed to Abraham Lincoln: "Most folks are as happy as they make up their minds to be."

• shankarro 6y ago
  yeah, it resembles the "happiness is a choice" motto used and repeated by many. I would say that it isn't always the case
  • FlyMoreRockets 6y ago
    Agreed. Sometimes, it is exceedingly difficult to step outside your immediate emotional state to make rational decisions. As a retired EMT, I have spent a lot of time helping people in extreme situations to elevate their consciousness above the immediate flood of input. I was not always successful, but the capability of the human brain to filter input is rather astounding.
  • meiraleal 6y ago
    It is almost always the case, at least in some point of everyone's life. In a lifetime, every human being can find happiness and joy in life.