There are two ways to be happy: improve your reality, or lower your expectations.

Jodi Picoult
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If you want to be happy, you must make changes to your life. The more changes you make, the happier you will be. However, if you're not happy with what you have, it's best to lower your expectations. The more money, the better your quality of life will be.

Source: Nineteen Minutes

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