Thousands of candles can be lit from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared.

Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.

The first requisite for the happiness of the people is the abolition of religion

I have been very happy, very rich, very beautiful much adulated, very famous and very unhappy

The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate.

Be joyful because it is humanly possible.

It is necessary to help others, not only in our prayers, but in our daily lives. If we find we cannot help others, the least we can do is to desist from harming them.

The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts.

Everyone wants to be appreciated, so if you appreciate someone, don't keep it a secret.

If you deliberately set out to be less than you are capable, you'll be unhappy for the rest of your life.

Happiness is the settling of the soul into its most appropriate spot.

Happiness can exist only in acceptance.

Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light.

Life becomes harder for us when we live for others, but it also becomes richer and happier.

To be happy you must have taken the measure of your powers, tasted the fruits of your passion, and learned your place in the world.

If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.

Happiness... it lies in the joy of achievement, in the thrill of creative effort.

When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.

Everyone has an invisible sign hanging from their neck saying, 'Make me feel important.' Never forget this message when working with people.

Recommend to your children virtues, that alone can make them happy, not gold.

Happiness is a mystery like religion, and it should never be rationalized.