Top 10 Happiness Quotes From Literature

These quotes about happiness will surely bring a smile to your face.We could all use a little more happiness in our life. That's why we put together our favorite happiness quotes to lift your mood. So whether you're looking for an inspirational saying for a toast or speech, or simply looking for joy in your own life, you'll find something from our list below to make your day.Ready to let that inner-light shine? Here are 10 thought-provoking quotes about happiness.

These sayings would be great for Instagram bios or selfie captions, you could write them down as words of affirmation near your desk or mirror, or text in a group chat to friends to encourage and cheer them up no matter what kind of week they're having.

Among intelligent individuals, joy stands as the most elusive phenomenon within my awareness." ― Excerpt inspired by Ernest Hemingway's The Garden of Eden

"Our demeanor is a conscious selection. Happiness is a chosen path. Optimism is a chosen perspective. Kindness is a chosen behavior. Generosity is a chosen act. Respect is a chosen response. Every decision shapes who you become. Choose judiciously." ― Inspired by Roy T. Bennett's The Light in the Heart

"The one who harbors happiness within will inevitably radiate joy to others." ― Inspired by Anne Frank's The Diary of a Young Girl

"The source of joy or sorrow does not solely lie in possessions, identity, location, or occupation, but in the interpretation you give to them." ― Inspired by Dale Carnegie's How to Win Friends and Influence People

"In my observations, the ability to derive pleasure often hinges on a steadfast determination to find joy in diverse circumstances." ― Inspired by Lucy Maud Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables

"Happiness reaches its true essence only when shared with others." ― Inspired by Jon Krakauer's Into the Wild

"I need to cultivate contentment, embracing a happiness that surpasses my perceived deserving." ― Inspired by Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice

"The bliss of holding someone close extends beyond the individual, encompassing the entire world." ― Inspired by Orhan Pamuk's Snow

"People tend to overlook that, more often than not, it's the little things that hold the greatest significance." ― Inspired by Jennifer Niven's All the Bright Places

"The essence of joy isn't found in a flawless life, but in weaving together the tapestry of small, delightful moments." ― Inspired by Ann Brashares's The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants