Even on the worst of days, a simple compliment, moment of inspiration, or even just a shoulder to cry on can truly turn someone’s day around. Now don’t get us wrong, a few simple words or actions may certainly not be the key to happiness, but at least they are a start. That’s exactly what we had in mind when we compiled this list of joyful quotes that should bring a smile to your face.
TheVirtualDenise/pixabay. “Sanity and happiness are an impossible combination.” – Mark Twain
In truth, you don’t really need to be having a bad day to understand and value the importance of wisdom and inspiration that quotes like these offer. Or even better yet, why not use this opportunity to share these quotes with someone you think might be going through a hard time? Who knows? You might end up making their day too. As Mark Twain once said, trying to make someone else happy is the best way to cheer yourself up.
Dalai Lama – “Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions.”
According to the Dalai Lama, it’s important to understand that waiting for happiness to come will lead you nowhere, and instead, we have the power to create happiness by our own actions. Instead of waiting for it to come to you by chance, the religious figure encourages us to take action to find the true meaning of life and take small steps that will eventually add up into a much happier and wholesome existence.
Bessi/pixabay. “You cannot protect yourself from sadness without protecting yourself from happiness.” – Jonathan Safran Foer
Mandy Hale – “Happiness is an inside job. Don’t assign anyone else that much power.”
Whenever you’re feeling down, this is an important quote to remember. This is because more often than not, we are hurt by the words or actions of other people, meaning our day is spoiled by circumstances beyond our control. We alone should be responsible for our own happiness and no one else. While it’s true that you need to surround yourself with people that bring joy and sunshine to your existence, it’s also important to not let external factors beyond our control make or break our day.
StockSnap/pixabay. “Think of all the beauty still left around you and be happy.” – Anne Frank
“Don’t worry. Be happy.” – Bobby McFerrin
Bobby McFerrin might have blessed us with one of the most inspirational reggae/jazz/pop albums with “Don’t worry. Be happy” but its titular song has a deeper meaning in and of itself. The masterful lyrics of the song remind us not to worry when faced with troubles and be happy instead. This is because when you worry about something that is already troubling you, in his words, you are doubling your worries.
