"外側にばかり目を向けて自分の幸福が外にあると思っている人間は、最終的に内側を見つめ直してその源が自分の内にあることを発見します。"
— Soren Kierkegaard
Simplified Meaning:
People often believe that to be happy, they need things from outside, like money, possessions, or the approval of others. They spend a lot of time and energy chasing these things, thinking they will make them feel good. But after a while, they might realize that true happiness doesn't come from these external things. Instead, they find that real happiness comes from within themselves. For example, someone might buy a lot of expensive gadgets, thinking they will make them happy, but soon they may notice that feeling content actually comes from their own thoughts, values, and inner peace. This idea suggests that looking inward, focusing on personal growth and self-awareness, is the key to lasting happiness, rather than constantly seeking it in the outside world.
