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" Power, after love, is the first source of happiness. "

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" Those who seek happiness miss it, and those who discuss it, lack it. "

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" Happiness is overrated. There has to be conflict in life. "

" I am determined to be cheerful and happy in whatever situation I may find myself. For I have learned that the greater part of our misery or unhappiness is determined not by our circumstance but by our disposition. "

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" I learned that people everywhere are basically the same and have similar goals that we do. They want health and happiness and the opportunity to provide for their families. "