J. C. Ryle Quotes

True happiness is not out there. True happiness lies within.

What is happiness and unhappiness? It depends so little on the circumstances; it depends really only on what happens inside a person. I am grateful for every day and that makes me happy.

Happiness is a state of mind.

A lot of people say there is no happiness in this life and certainly there's no permanent happiness. But self-sufficiency creates happiness.

A vital part of the happiness formula is self-discipline. Whoever conquers himself knows deep happiness that fills the heart with joy.

It's what's in *yourself* that makes you happy or unhappy.

I suspect that happiness is not a state but rather a transition.

A sense of contentment is a key factor for attaining happiness

Riches can all be lost, but that happiness in your own heart can only be veiled, and it will bring you happiness again, as long as you live.

Happiness has little to do with what is going on around you, and a lot to do with what is going on inside you.

Happiness depends on what happens; joy does not.

Happiness isn't something that happens to you. It is what you yourself do and determine upon.

If by happiness you mean instead an ordinary contentment, then yes - I'm fairly contented. Not satisfied - contented.

Happiness and Beauty are by-products.

Joy is not a thing, it is in us.

The purpose of life is the expansion of happiness.

I'm not basically a happy person, but I have all kinds of joy.

Happiness depends more on the inward disposition of mind than on outward circumstances.

Happiness is a state of inner fulfillment.

I suppose happiness is something one enjoys, but I suspect that happiness is not a state but rather a transition.

I am happy and content because I think I am.

I don't focus on happiness as a goal or an end.

Happiness doesn't depend on any external conditions, it is governed by our mental attitude.

The happiest people in this world are those who have the most interesting thoughts.