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.

Strength

Understanding this quote AI Analysis

The speaker recognizes that happiness is no longer a realistic goal and has moved past that stage in their experience. Instead, they ask for qualities that will help them endure difficult times with resilience and the ability to cope through humor.

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