Quotation by

Maurice Maeterlinck

We possess only the happiness we are able to understand.

Happiness

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Our ability to feel happy depends on how well we can make sense of what brings us joy. If we cannot fully grasp or appreciate certain experiences, we cannot truly experience the happiness they might offer.

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