The true basis of morality is utility; that is, the adaptation of our actions to the promotion of the general welfare and happiness; the endeavour so... →
Annie Besant
The object of government in peace and in war is not the glory of rulers or of races, but the happiness of common man.
William Beveridge
I think family, friends and a sense of community give you greater happiness than money. But, of course, one has to have a minimum on which to live.... →
Sanjeev Bhaskar
Future. That period of time in which our affairs prosper, our friends are true and our happiness is assured.
Ambrose Bierce
Bride: A woman with a fine prospect of happiness behind her.
Happiness: an agreeable sensation arising from contemplating the misery of another.
If you ever find happiness by hunting for it, you will find it, as the old woman did her lost spectacles, safe on her own nose all the time.
Josh Billings
A good way I know to find happiness, is to not bore a hole to fit the plug.
Happiness is in our own hearts. I have no regrets of anything in the past. I'm totally cheerful and happy, and I think that a lot of your... →
Maeve Binchy
I've had a good life, full of more success and happiness than I ever expected.