It is not how much we have, but how much we enjoy, that makes happiness.

Satisfaction of one's curiosity is one of the greatest sources of happiness in life.

Life does not agree with philosophy: There is no happiness that is not idleness, and only what is useless is pleasurable.

Happiness lies in the joy of achievement and the thrill of creative effort.

Happiness is not a reward - it is a consequence. Suffering is not a punishment - it is a result.

Imagination disposes of everything it creates beauty, justice, and happiness, which are everything in this world.

Always leave something to wish for otherwise you will be miserable from your very happiness.

Friendship improves happiness and abates misery, by the doubling of our joy and the dividing of our grief.

The secret to happiness is freedom... And the secret to freedom is courage.

The word 'happiness' would lose its meaning if it were not balanced by sadness.