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Martha Washington

I am determined to be cheerful and happy in whatever situation I may find myself. For I have learned that the greater part of our misery or unhappiness is determined not by our circumstance but by our disposition.

Martha Washington

Happiness

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Martha Washington is saying that she chooses to stay positive no matter what happens around her. She believes that how unhappy we feel depends more on our attitude than on the actual events or conditions we face.

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