Happiness is a quality of the soul...not a function of one's material circumstances.
Aristotle
— Aristotle
Philosopher and polymath (384–322 BC)
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Aristotle was Greek philosopher and polymath (384–322 bc). Aristotle was an ancient Greek philosopher and polymath. His writings cover a broad range of subjects spanning the natural sciences, philosophy, linguistics, economics, politics, psychology, and the arts. Read more on Wikipedia →

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  • Happiness — Thoughts on finding joy, contentment, and fulfilment

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