About the Author Douglas Adams (1952-2001) was an English author, humorist, and screenwriter best known for creating “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy.” The quote appears in “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy,” the first novel in his series, published in 1979. In the story, the character Vroomfondel makes this statement during a discussion about… Read More »Isn’t it enough to see that a garden is beautiful
Tom and Bill had been neighbours their whole lives, tending to their farms on the outskirts of their small town. Every Saturday, they walked into town together to pick up supplies and catch up on the week’s events in the local pub. This particular Saturday started like any other. Tom and Bill met at the… Read More »The winning ticket
About the author Barry Schwartz is an American psychologist and emeritus at Swarthmore College, renowned for his research in psychology and economics. Born in 1946, Schwartz has significantly contributed to the understanding of human behaviour, particularly regarding decision-making and happiness. He is best known for his book “The Paradox of Choice: Why More Is Less,”… Read More »The secret to happiness
About the author Marcus Aurelius (121–180 CE) was a Roman emperor from 161 to 180 CE and is widely regarded as one of the most significant Stoic philosophers. Born into a prominent Roman family, Marcus Aurelius was adopted by Emperor Antoninus Pius, whom he succeeded. His reign is often remembered for his philosophical writings and… Read More »The needs of a happy
About the author Toni Morrison was a renowned American author born on February 18, 1931, in Lorain, Ohio. She was the second of four children and grew up in a semi-integrated area, experiencing racial discrimination. Morrison’s birth name was Chloe Anthony Wofford. She attended Howard University, where she experienced racial segregation and witnessed the divide… Read More »At some point in life the world’s beauty becomes enough
When my son’s school called me at 1 pm on a busy Wednesday, I stepped out of a meeting to take the call. Lucas had been fighting a cold and woke up with a fever, but I hoped he would make it through the school day. I guess that was wishful thinking. “Lucas is asking… Read More »The essence of enough
About the author Frederick Keonig (1784-1862) was a German inventor and entrepreneur known for his contributions to the development of printing technology and machinery. Keonig revolutionized the printing industry with his innovative designs and inventions, including the steam-powered printing press, which significantly increased printing speed and efficiency. His pioneering work laid the foundation for modern… Read More »Happiness doesn’t come as a result of getting something you don’t have
Charles Haddon Spurgeon (1834–1892) was an influential English Particular Baptist preacher whose eloquence and unwavering faith left an indelible mark on Christian communities worldwide. Background and Preaching Career The Meaning Behind the Quote “It’s not how much we have, but how much we enjoy, that makes happiness.” Resources
