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27 Happy Quotes To Manifest Your Best 2024

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No matter how many perfectly curated Instagram posts tell you otherwise, happiness looks different for everyone. However, it's not hard to admit that finding and maintaining that joy can feel like that one dentist's appointment you'd rather forget. Everyone — including us — could use reminders that'll encourage us to pursue happier paths in the new year. Whether you need motivational affirmations to confidence-boosting quips, we have over 20 happy quotes to manifest your best 2024, no matter where you fall!


rainbow happiness quote

March to the beat of your own drum!

Viola Davis Quote

Be your beautiful self.

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Expect the positive unexpected.

Maya Angelou rainbow quote

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Rainbows are guaranteed to put a smile on your face.

Mindy Grossman empowerment quote

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There's joy in the midst of believing in yourself.

Lucille Ball is no stranger to smiles and laughs — be like Lucille.

Leave it to Louisa May to express what happiness is so eloquently.

Anne Frank always found light in the dark, despite it all. Channel that inner joy!

Beyoncé: *breathes*

Me: Yes ma'am!

Much like Miss Taylor Swift, joy is always en vogue!

It's not about cars, money, shoes, stocks — it's about how you approach life. Do it with a smile when you can. :)

soul shine quote

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Your soul will thank you.

Emily Katz evolve quote

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Your evolution is beautiful.

Elaine Welteroth Quote

This takes dancing to the beat of your own drum to a new level.

Oprah Winfrey Quote

It's giving, "Celebrate good times, come on!"

Happiness quote.

Enough said.

Shona Rhimes quote

If there's one thing we know, it's that you deserve a life that doesn't require you to be defined by others' opinions. When you learn to be okay with who you are and what you want, you begin to understand no one else can determine your happiness.

Shona Rhimes Quote

Really though — when queen Shonda talks, we listen.

Elaine Welteroth joy quote

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Prioritize being joyful.

You won't regret it!

Margaret Lee Runbeck Quote

Gas yourself up and see where it takes you!

Taylor Swift Quote

A smile is my favorite accessory!

Deepak Chopra

Sometimes bliss is a beautiful sunset...sometimes it's a big ol' slice of cake. Whatever yours is, embrace it!

Morgan Harper Nichols Quote

You may be surprised where you find it!

Simple happiness quote

TBH, cute puppies get us every time.

Morgan Harper Nichols Quote

Good can come from anywhere — believe in it, and you just may see it.

Be present quote

Take everything day by day, embracing the moments as they come.

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