Quotation by

Anne Morrow Lindbergh

Don't wish me happiness - I don't expect to be happy it's gotten beyond that, somehow. Wish me courage and strength and a sense of humor - I will need them all.

Happiness

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The speaker feels that happiness is no longer a realistic goal or concern for them, implying their situation or mindset has changed deeply. Instead of hoping for simple joy, they ask for qualities that will help them endure and cope with challenges ahead.

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