What is the definition of happiness?

So many ways to find happiness.Here are some happiness quotes and some happy thoughts to inspire you.

*True happiness is not attained through self-gratification, but through fidelity to a worthy purpose. (Helen Keller)

*rue happiness is not attained through self-gratification, but through fidelity to a worthy purpose.(Helen Keller)

*You will never be happier than you expect. To change your happiness, change your expectation.(Bette Davis )

*Hope is itself a species of happiness, and, perhaps, the chief happiness which this world affords.(Samuel Johnson)

*Happiness is man's greatest aim in life. Tranquility and rationality are the cornerstones of happiness.The meaning of happiness according to Epicurus

*The meaning of happiness:"Happiness depends upon achievement of personally significant goals and leading a balanced life." (Michael from Worcestershire, England)

*"Happiness is the ultimate realization that everything was, and is, exactly as it should be." (Paul from The Netherlands)

*Realize that true happiness lies within you. Waste no time and effort searching for peace and contentment and joy in the world outside. Remember that there is no happiness in having or in getting, but only in giving. Reach out. Share. Smile. Hug. Happiness is a perfume you cannot pour on others without getting a few drops on yourself.This happy thought by speaker Og (Mandino)

*Happiness is contagious...when you reflect happiness, then all others around you catch the happy bug and are happy, too.This definition of happiness by author Jennifer Leese

*Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony. This definition of happiness by (Mahatma Gandhi)

*Happiness is an inner state of well being. A state of well being enables you to profit from your highest: thoughts, wisdom, intelligence, common sense, emotions, health, and spiritual values in your life.This happy thought by (Lionel Ketchian)

*Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.This happy quote by (Thich Nhat Hanh)

*David Leonhardt is author of a self-help happiness book. He also runs a Liquid Vitamins Store and serves as a SEO/SEM website marketing consultant