Summary: The author argues that prioritizing your own happiness is crucial because others are primarily focused on their own self-interest. Self-awareness and good judgment can help us navigate our relationships better. Embracing a healthy form of selfishness can lead to true happiness and fulfillment, rather than self-sacrifice.
While we can observe other people and our environment, we’re unaware of what it’s like to be other people. And other people are unaware of what it’s like to be us. (View Highlight)
If you want to improve your life and the quality of your relationships, I suggest you begin by improving your judgment. The more you practice good judgment, the less disappointment and frustration you’ll encounter. (View Highlight)
True happiness stems from aligning your life with your values. Happy people don’t always experience happy days, nor does every day come easy for them. But those who commit to a principled and purpose-driven life often find greater and more enduring happiness than those who don’t. (View Highlight)