The pursuit of happiness – it’s the motivation for almost everything we do. Which is why we have put together a list of all the best happy sayings for you to share. And if you’re looking for short happy quotes for Instagram, we also have you covered.
Now go ahead and browse through to find your favorite.
Happy Sayings and Quotes
Every moment matters.
Sparkling the morning sun.
Be thankful for the little things, the gigantic things, and everything in between.
Keep smiling, because life is a beautiful thing and there is so much to smile about.
I don’t believe in a happy ending. I believe in happy now.
Happiness is a function of accepting what is.
“Happiness is not a goal…it’s a by-product of a life well-lived.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
Simplicity is the pre-requisite for happiness.
Miles of smiles.
Learning to extract happiness from the littlest of things in life is what makes a happy soul.
Nothing like a sore tummy from laughing so hard.
Floating on cloud nine.
Finding joy in the ordinary.
A smile never goes out of style.
Celebrating life like it’s a life-long party.
“Learn to value yourself, which means: fight for your happiness.” – Ayn Rand
Confidence level: Selfie with no filter.
Soul full-charged with happiness.
Happiness is catching.
Learn to give yourself big, warm hugs.
“You can be right or you can be happy.” ― Gerald Jampolsky
Count your age by friends, not years. Count your life by smiles, not tears.
When it rains, look for rainbows. When it’s dark, look for stars.
Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations.
There are only two kinds of days in my life: happy days and hysterically happy days!
Fill your life with adventures, not things. Have stories to tell not stuff to show.
A happy aura is the best shield against the cruel world.
It’s not a perfect life but it’s a happy life.
Now serving: homemade happiness.
Always look on the bright side of life.
“I enjoyed my life when I had nothing… and kinda like the idea of just being happy with me.” ― Joey Ramone
Smiles attract happiness like a magnet.
Happiness is a perfume, you cannot pour on others without getting a few drops on yourself.
Enjoy life now! There’s more than enough time to be dead thereafter.
Happy mind, happy life
“Happiness is a state of mind. It’s just according to the way you look at things.” – Walt Disney
Some pursue happiness, others create it.
I only learned one thing in life. Being happy.
Positive thinking. Positive outcome.
Bubble is a happy word. You can never say it in an angry tone.
If you love and appreciate what you currently have, then you actually have everything that you need.
Live for the moments you can’t put into words.
Learn to let go. That is the key to happiness.
Stop wasting time looking for happiness, for contentment has always been the key.
“Action may not always bring happiness; but there is no happiness without action.” – Benjamin Disraeli
If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands.
Happiness is the richest thing we will ever own.
Each day is a new day to be happy.
Smile a little more, regret a little less.
Remember that there is never a shortage of beautiful reasons to be happy.
Happy thoughts, happy life.
Remember that the happiest people are not those getting more, but those giving more.
“It’s never too late – never too late to start over, never too late to be happy.” ― Jane Fonda
Just enjoy the roller-coaster ride called life.
Slow down and enjoy life. It’s not only the scenery you miss by going too fast – you also miss the sense of where you are going and why.
Being able to laugh with cause means you’ve found happiness. That, or you’ve just become crazy.
Smile big, laugh often.
I’m walking on sunshine, whoooaaoooaa!
Be thankful for the little things, the gigantic things, and everything in between.
It’s the little things in life.
Happy is the new rich.
To be happy is not to get more, but to give more.
Living my dreams until they become my reality.
First, you get what you want. Then, you enjoy it. Many people often forget to do the second.
I’ll just “hehe” my way through life.
If someone makes you happy, make them happier.
Finding happiness in the ordinary.
Don’t mind others. Just be happy with yourself.
Profound appreciation of the tiny details in life is the true secret of happiness.
Everyone would be enjoying life more if they just stopped looking for happiness desperately.
Happiness is not a possession to be prized, it is a quality of thought, a state of mind.
Once you accept that you do not necessarily need happiness, you start to become happier.
It’s magical how happy you become once you make someone else happy.
Yay, just yay!
Smiling while I still have teeth.
There is only one happiness in this life, to love and be loved.
Person silhouetted on cliff at sunrise with short happy quotes about life by Omar Khayyam
Just like a butterfly, happiness has no intention of being caught. It only willingly alights upon those who deserve it.
“I am happy because I’m grateful. I choose to be grateful. That gratitude allows me to be happy.” ― Will Arnett
Doing what you like is freedom, liking what you do is happiness.
“Enjoy your own life without comparing it with that of another.” – Marquis de Condorcet
Oddly enough, one can find happiness in possessing both good health and bad memory.
Being always happy is my kind of style.
Laughing is the best medicine.
Something to do keeps one happy.
You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.
Livin’ the good life.
Be happy with your flaws because you’re perfectly imperfect!
Smile, it’s Friday!
I’ve just discovered a million ways to be happy in life.
If you are too busy to laugh, you are too busy
There is actually nothing that can cure what happiness cannot. It is the ultimate panacea!
All it takes for anyone to live a happier life is to live it one smile at a time.
“Life is like a roller coaster, live it, be happy, enjoy life.” ― Avril Lavigne
Oh, happy day.
Love, work, and luck—the trifecta of happiness!
If someone makes you happy, make them happier.
Keep the smile on!
“The mere sense of living is joy enough.” – Emily Dickinson
Think of happiness as your default state, and you’ll be happier than ever.
Sunny vibes only.
Make today a glitter-filled bag of rainbows and unicorns.
Do more of what makes you happy.
Happy-go-lucky!
Let the wrinkles from smiling come!
Enjoying life as it is.
To be happy, you must be your own sunshine.
“The pleasure which we most rarely experience gives us greatest delight.” – Epictetus
Believe. Do. Repeat.
Getting my pose on!
Smack yourself in the ass and seize the day!
Joy comes in sips, not gulps.
“Desire nothing, give up all desires and be happy.” ― Swami Sivananda
What’s my favorite time of the day? It’s happy hour!
“Be happy. It’s one way of being wise.” ― Sidonie Gabrielle Colette
The future is bright.
Happiness is not ready-made, it comes from you.
Be happy, and a reason will come along.
There is only one happiness in this life, to love and be loved.
No one actually cares about you being unhappy, so you might as well be happy.
I think it’s about time for me to be happy again.
The most simple things can bring the most happiness.
“Do not set aside your happiness. Do not wait to be happy in the future. The best time to be happy is always now.” – Roy T. Bennett
Be Wild. Be True. Be Happy.
Happiness runs through my veins.
Being happy never goes out of style.
There are two ways to be happy: change the situation, or change your mindset towards it.
A heart in love is a happy heart.
“The most important thing is to enjoy your life – to be happy – it’s all that matters.” ― Audrey Hepburn
If it makes you happy, do it a thousand and one times.
Starting the day with a grateful heart.
I keep dancing on my own.
Celebrating life like it’s a life-long party.
I choose to be happy. Be happy always.
Embrace the glorious mess that you are!
“Happiness is a warm puppy.” – Charles M. Schulz
For every minute of unhappiness, you lose sixty seconds of happiness.
Miles of smiles.
Be happy with nothing and you will be happy with everything.
Being happy is my favorite style.
Depend on as little as possible, and you’ll be happier in life.
I’ve got a case of the Sundays and I’m not mad about it.
Happy lil’ thang!
Love, work, and luck—the trifecta of happiness!
Enjoying life as it is.
“Happiness is a state of activity.” – Aristotle
Whenever I sweat the small stuff, I sweat sparkles and confetti.
The moment you decide to relinquish all of the things that burden you, the moment you realize that you can actually fly.
“Think of all the beauty still left around you and be happy.” ― Anne Frank
“Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions.” – Dalai Lama
“Nobody can be uncheered with a balloon” – Winnie the Pooh
One of the most effective ways to cheer yourself up is to cheer someone else up.
Happy just because
Have you ever seen anyone who’s holding a balloon unhappy?
Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.
Be crazy. Be stupid. Be silly. Be weird. Be whatever. Because life is too short to be anything but happy.
If you think of happiness as the interval between episodes of unhappiness, it sounds all the better.
Happiness is found when you stop comparing yourself with other people.
Finding joy in the ordinary.
I have no selfie control.
You have every right to a beautiful life.
When you love what you have, you have everything you need.
Chin up, buttercup!
If being happy was a crime, I’d be the most wanted criminal.
Letting my smile be my autograph.
“Happiness is a how; not a what. A talent, not an object.” – Herman Hesse
Happiness makes you glow.
I don’t want a perfect life, I want a happy life.
“The first recipe for happiness is: avoid too lengthy meditation on the past.” – Andre Maurois
A happy heart is a thankful heart.
Happiness is not a goal…it’s a by-product of a life well-lived.
“Life will bring you pain all by itself. Your responsibility is to create joy.” – Milton Erickson
A smile is a happiness, you will find right under your nose.
Optimism is a happiness magnet. Positivity attracts good fortune, good vibes, and good people.
Nothing to do today but smile.
Have the courage to be happy.
Cheers to the happily ever after.
“Being happy on seeing others happy is happiness multiplied.” ― Tapan Ghosh
Treasure every little convenience or pleasure, for they’re the real source of happiness.
Whatever you do in life, make sure it makes you happy.
“Happiness makes up in height for what it lacks in length.” – Robert Frost
Have the courage to be happy.
Count not the troubles but the joys.
“Being happy never goes out of style.” ― Lilly Pulitzer
Make knowledge your friend, and it’ll tell you where happiness is.
Make ever day count, Happy Monday!
Happy thoughts, happy life.
Love at frost sight.
It’s just Monday, not doomsday.
Hakuna matata!
Let us dance in the sun, wearing wildflowers in our hair.
It’s a good Thursday to have a good Thursday.
There are so many beautiful reasons to be happy.
Life would be better if we all had a tails to wag.
“Learn to let go. That is the key to happiness.” – Buddha
Money can’t buy happiness, but I’ll take the money.
“It’s a helluva start, being able to recognize what makes you happy.” – Lucille Ball
If you want to live a happy life, tie it to a goal, not to people or objects.
It’s not a perfect life but it’s a happy life.
Bringing the sun wherever I go.
Why go for a happy ending when you can have a happy now?
I hope to make your heart laugh.
Smile big, laugh often.
Be your own reason for your happiness.
The best way to pay for a lovely moment is to enjoy it.
“Happiness [is] only real when shared” – Jon Krakauer
Smile, it confuses people.
If you want to be happy, be.
Happiness found a soulmate in me.
“Simplicity makes me happy.” – Alicia Keys
Glitter is always an option.
People often don’t realize that happiness doesn’t live in any one address. Happiness is actually everywhere!
“One of the keys to happiness is a bad memory.” – Rita Mae Brown
Attacking every single day with enthusiasm.
Do or donut.
Bringing the sun wherever I go.
You really don’t need to wait for someone to give you a good time. You can do it yourself!
Simplicity makes one happy.
“The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts.” – Marcus Aurelius
A smile attracts happiness like a magnet.
People often don’t realize that happiness doesn’t live in any one address. Happiness is actually everywhere!
Be your own reason for your happiness.
Happiness is a function of accepting what is.
People are illogical, unreasonable, and self-centered. Love them anyway.
Me doing me.
Life is the best party I’ve ever been to.
It’s no coincidence that grass is always greener where you water it. The same goes for the happiness that you spread.
A golden state of mind.
Spend your life with who makes you happy, not who you have to impress.
I’m fine, I’m just happy!
Beauty is the promise of happiness.
Bliss usually only comes to those who don’t chase it.
Good vibes only
“Most people are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.” – Abraham Lincoln
But first, let me take a selfie.
Happiness is not a possession to be prized, it is a quality of thought, a state of mind.
If life gives you lemons, make lemonade, lemon bars, lemon chicken, and lemon cake. Host a lemon party!
I deserve to be happy.
Some people cause happiness wherever they go. And others, whenever they go.
A smile is a happiness, you will find right under your nose.
“Happiness is not doing fun things. Happiness is doing meaningful things.” – Maxime Lagacé
Oh, happy day.
Learn to let go. That is the key to happiness.
Happiness can only exist only in acceptance.
Good food is happiness incarnate.
Take time to make your soul happy.
Putting on my positive pants!
Expect little, enjoy more.
Life isn’t perfect, but my hair is.
Be happy with what you have, and be excited about what you want.
Enjoy the rainbow, life is full of colors.
Life is a gift, live it now…
Is happiness a right or a privilege? It’s neither because it’s a choice.
“Be happy for this moment. This moment is your life.” – Omar Khayyam
Bring on the endless sunshine!
It is sometimes easier to be happy if you don’t know anything.
Happiness doesn’t have an address, it’s everywhere.
Happiness is a simple thing in life.
Look beyond all the imperfections, and you’ll get a glimpse of happiness.
Today I choose life, I choose happiness.
Be happy with your flaws because you’re perfectly imperfect!
Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions.
Spreading happiness like it’s the plague.
Living life in the warmest shades of yellows.
Thoughts become things, so think happy thoughts.
The most important thing is to enjoy your life—to be happy—it’s all that matters.
Alcohol is proof that God wants us to be happy.
“The constant happiness is curiosity.” – Alice Munro
Each day is a new day to be happy.
You decide your own happiness, so be happy as you want to.
Make me happy I’ll make you happier!
Do more of what makes you happy.
Keep the smile on!
Today, I will not stress over things that are way out of my control.
Happiness makes you glow more.
To making every Tuesday happy!
Even my thoughts are running wild with happiness.
Think happy, stay happy.
Today’s happiness is sponsored by snacks and sweets.
“The only joy in the world is to begin.” – Cesare Pavese
Life is a sunlight ride.
Attacking every single day with enthusiasm.
Take time to do what makes your soul happy.
“We’re only here for so long. Be happy, man. You could get hit by a truck tomorrow.” ― Timothee Chalamet
Laughing for the rest of my life.
Every day may not be good, but there’s good in every day.
Happiness doesn’t result from what we get, but from what we give.
Judge nothing, forgive everything, and love everything. Practice these three and you’ll always be happy.
Who knew that the best cosmetic for beauty is happiness?
Life is too short to be anything but happy.
To love and be loved—this is the only kind of happiness I need.
Smiles attract happiness like a magnet.
Do it because it makes you happy.
The best time to be happy is always now.
Smile more. Smiling can make you and others happy.
Am I happy? I’m not sure. But crazy? Definitely!
Happiness isn’t rare or limited. It’s just not for complicated minds.
Being happy is the best skincare routine.
So that is it for our list of Happy Sayings and Quotes. We hope you found the perfect one for you!
If you like these, you might also want to check out our other lists of Short Joy Quotes, Short Uplifting Quotes, Short Christmas Sayings for Cards and Funny Gratitude Quotes.
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Laynni Locke
I am Laynni Locke, a Canadian writer, reader and traveller with a passion for sharing life’s moments on social media. Keeping friends and family in the loop of our lives though photos and videos has become an essential activity for most.
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