Happiness is not an emotion, but rather a state of being.

Most would agree that happiness is an inside job.

Child swinging joyfully in a park, with lush greenery in the background and two other children blurred in the distance.

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Quote text reads, “For every minute you are angry you lose sixty seconds of happiness.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson. Background features white flowers with green leaves on a light green backdrop.

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A quote reads, “Whoever is happy will make others happy.” by Anne Frank, The Diary of a Young Girl. Background features white flowers on a light blue field.

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Text on floral background reads: “Be happy with what you have while working for what you want. BOB HOPE.” Green and white flowers decorate the border.

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A quote by Dolly Parton reads, “If you see someone without a smile, give them one of yours.” It’s on a floral background with white flowers and blue leaves.

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