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H. Jackson Brown, Jr.

We're constantly striving for success, fame and comfort when all we really need to be happy is someone or some thing to be enthusiastic about.

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People often focus on achieving external goals like success, fame, and comfort, believing these will bring happiness. However, true happiness comes from having a passion or interest that excites and motivates us.

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