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“if you keep stressing about life, it becomes even harder. But if you stay positive, keep smiling, and choose to live with joy, that shows on the outside too. There’s really no magic secret. It’s about being kind, staying humble, and enjoying life with others without thinking of yourself as above anyone else. Life is short, and none of us know what tomorrow will bring.”
Kate Bashabe (born 1990) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“A feeling of social conscience and a greater feeling of joy and contentment.”
Kate Bashabe (born 1990) first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Bashabe on wearing many hatsThe New Times(June 10, 2019)
“To me, success is using your full potential in a way that brings deep joy without compromising freedom or risking others. Aspiring actors should ask themselves what success means to them, how ready they are to face challenges, and what sacrifices they are willing to make”
Eliane Umuhire (born 1986) first seen 2024 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Umuhire talks role in ‘A Quiet Place,’ Kigali Cine JunctionThe New Times(July 31, 2024)
“I think there is something at Christmas that challenges us all to think about being generous to others. To reach out and maybe give people a little joy. Maybe that’s why I love doing Christmas movies. It’s a way of being generous with oneself and I like that.”
Mary Steenburgen (born 1953) first seen 2020 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Mary speak on christmas in 2020.
“What gives me joy is having a positive impact on people’s lives and knowing that I made a difference.”
Angela Emuwa wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Do you ever wonder what you truly want, what will genuinely give you joy ? Like not what others want for us, but what you want?”
Moyo Lawal wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“In the past, I concerned myself with timing and I was always anxiously pleasing people. In that mindset, I gave up many times. Now I follow what gives me joy and I share it with the world and leave the rest”
Munachi Abii (born 1987) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“It’s weird how much his death has affected me, especially how I feel now. I am much more conscious of how precious time is and I strive to find joy in everything. I catch myself quicker now when I start wasting my time worrying about silly things.”
Jennifer Connelly (born 1970) first seen 2015 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Jennifer speak on the death of her father in 2015.
“We are showered every day with gifts, but they are not meant for us to keep. Their life is in their movement, the inhale and the exhale of our shared breath. Our work and our joy is to pass along the gift and to trust that what we put out into the universe will always come back.”
Robin Wall Kimmerer (born 1953) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I’ve been blessed to know a lot of artists who are also mothers, who don’t necessarily go the cliché route of “motherhood ruins you.” It has always been more nuanced conversations, about the joy found in some aspects of parenting, how this perspective does and doesn’t inform creative life, and how one has a full community life as an artist even if one isn’t as a mother.”
Kaitlyn Greenidge wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“In contemplation; it can happen that we cross, in a fleeting moment, a reflection of God's gaze on people. This is a moment of grace, a moment of joy, because this gaze is creator, savior and full of love.”
Youssef Anis Abi-Aad (1940–2017) first seen 2010 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Intervention of Mons. Youssef Anis ABI-AAD, Archbishop of Alep of the Maronites (SYRIA) (14 October 2010) Vatican News
“What a joy to share what I loved most with those I loved most.”
Linda Hogan (writer) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“We are here to rejoice with our full selves. We didn't come here to deprive ourselves. We aren't made for deprivation. We came here with work to do-balancing the forces-and with great capacities for love and joy to fulfill with/in our full selves.”
Linda Hogan (writer) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Pope Francis is a man of great pastoral ability of strong faith, a man of prayer and very close to the priests, the elderly, the poor, and above all, a man who emphasized the missionary commitment of the Church in our community and in our city. The election is a joy and a huge gift.”
Joaquín Mariano Sucunza (born 1946) first seen 2013 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: The missionary world celebrates the election of Francis, a Pope close to the poor (14 March 2013) Fides News Agency
“An experience I had already lived with joy as Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in Indonesia before I was appointed bishop. That experience has proved to be a treasure now that I am a bishop, for the work of evangelisation.”
Peter Turang (1947–2025) first seen 2003 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Communion Among Bishops, Formation; Guidelines for Mission: Seminar for New Bishops in English-speaking Mission Territories Comes to a Close (19 September 2003) Fides News Agency
“There is a special joy in watching an actual Scarlet Tanager instead of looking at a virtual red bird, however spectacular, on a phone screen.”
Noah Strycker (born 1986) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“No sooner does one rise a little above one's own petty joys and pains, than crystal clear wellsprings of new joy and new pain open up.”
Anna Margolin (1887–1952) said by 1952 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Those who cannot endure and accept the pain of defeat in elections do not deserve the joy of victory when it is their turn to triumph.”
Bola Tinubu (born 1952) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I think one of the greatest achievements I would like to be associated with is the peace, unity, oneness and purpose on campus. I derive joy from the fact that people are working in a cordial environment and anybody can have access to the vice-chancellor.”
Florence Obi wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“My joy knows no bounds that you took the challenge seriously and have made the state proud, especially with this sterling performance at the end of the competition and also with the trophy and gifts. I congratulate you all.”
Folashade Adefisayo first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Mrs Folashade commended Lagos state team after winning at competition in 2019.
“I appreciate in a special way my husband Paul Angya who has been my support through the years, my children for the joy of being a mother to them and my entire family and friends for rooting for me.”
Charity Angya first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Prof Charity appreciate family and friends in 2021.
“Initially I didn't believe it when I heard the good news. It's truly a dream of every athlete to win a medal in the Olympics and I'm honoured to have my parents accompany me and share this joy.”
Pamela Jelimo (born 1989) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: As quoted in the article BBC.com (9 December 2022)
“35 years of the German Democratic Republic have been 35 years of hard struggle for peace and socialism. Our people, under the leadership of the Socialist Unity Party of Germany, has truly done great things during these years. We are filled with joy that you, under the sign of the rising sun, display the same revolutionary spirit for the strengthening and defense of socialism.”
Erich Honecker (1912–1994) said by 1994 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I make bold to say that there is nothing motivation cannot do in the life of a child. It works like magic." An interview with Prof. Joy chinwe Eyisi”
Joy Chinwe Eyisi (born 1969) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Do the work, but also make sure you intentionally bring joy into your life because our job is to look at the worst things people do to each other, the ugliness–what I call the vomit of humanity.”
Loretta Ross (born 1953) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“On a broader level, creativity brings joy, a sense of pride, and helps one to forget about the ills of the environment.”
May Ifeoma Nwoye (born 1956) first seen 2020 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Prof Ifeoma talk about creativity in 2020.
“I would love for anyone who is on their parenting journey...maybe consider that the world has been optimized for brains that conform to societal norms but there are other brains that have helped us move forward in creativity, in laughter, in joy and there's a place for them.”
Patricia Kihoro (born 1986) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I like reading, a lot! I read anything, and everything. I also like listening to classical music. I find joy in catching up with my friends and classmates from all over the world.”
Elsie Effah Kaufmann (born 1969) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“For children are not an economic burden. They are not a threat to personal autonomy or a lifestyle choice. Children are a joy and a blessing, they are the symptom and the cause of a society that has hope. Our children are the reason that we seek to rebuild a nation whose future is prosperous, safe and free.”
Miriam Cates (born 1982) first seen 2023 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Speech at the National Conservatism conference, as cited in "Tory MP Miriam Cates brings up conspiracy theory with 'antisemitism' links in speech" The National (15 May 2023).
“no book makes me furious. Maybe sad, or lost, or confused, but mostly joy and wonder are the emotions involved. That’s why I prefer books to people.”
Cynthia Ozick (born 1928) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Also quoted by: Alice Hoffman
“It’s always a joy representing my country at the Olympics, it’s every sportsperson’s dream, so I was excited when I was among selected through the universality. Today I had an easy session in the morning, just to feel the body before embarking on proper training from tomorrow, as we build up to Paris”
Maria Brunlehner (born 2000) first seen 2024 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Paris Olympics: Experienced Kenyan swimmer Brunlehner reaping the fruits of consistencyThe Capital FM Kenya(July 13,2024)
“Our world is becoming more and more secularized. In this context, I want our young people to know that God exists, that they are made in His image and likeness and that God has a providential plan for them. Also, a message that I want to share is that having a faith-life through the Church is a source of immense joy and peace throughout your life.”
Ronald Aldon Hicks (born 1967) first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: An Interview with Bishop Ron Hicks (26 November 2018) Profiles in Catholicism
“(You have said that your work is “a celebration of life”...) DO: Having lived 95 years, I see and feel all aspects of life, and believe that it is all to be shared and recounted. It may not sound “right” to “celebrate” a death, but it was just as important to me to recognize loss and turmoil just as I chose to share joy.”
Daphne Odjig (1919–2016) said by 2016 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“It was a source of great joy to pass these three weeks not only "sub Petro" but "cum Petro". Pope Benedict was with us for most of the time, listening with arefuly and creating a friendly atmosphere amongst the Synod fathers; that's very important.”
Cormac Murphy-O'Connor (1932–2017) first seen 2005 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: The Eucharist is the greatest sign of the unity of the Church (October 2005) 30 Days
“Many mocking stories about the Finns' kinship with the devil, the creation of the Finns and how it happened, and many others are commonplace, and are always received (by Finnish Swedes) with great joy.”
Axel Olof Freudenthal (1836–1911) said by 1911 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I feel a citizen of the world. I'm not really a Nationalist. I'm very fortunate; I can embrace any culture in the world and feel quite at home. That's a joy for me. New York gave me a sense of belonging that is not constricted by nationalism.”
Nicholasa Mohr (born 1938) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“(What moves you most in a work of literature?) The joy and tragedy of the passage of time. Which is almost always what I’m trying to write about.”
Rebecca Makkai (born 1978) first seen 2023 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: interview (2023)
“We cannot be guided by an ethos of neglect, brokenness of heart, misery of spirit that will lead us into a future world devoid of joy. The world’s combined humanity must sing the planet up with careful songs, songs of responsibility and respect.”
Alexis Wright (born 1950) first seen 2023 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: The black summer bushfires killed 3 billion animals. They are our relatives; they deserve to be mourned" article (2023)
“The essence of love lies in feeling it. Love remains steadfast through sorrow and joy. Love is in preserving trust rather than just having it. Love is in winning hearts through genuine care, not through threats or pressure.”
Sanu Sharma wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Another day the poor inhabitants lift themselves from the ruins and right there begin to reconstruct the roads; children without shoes, but with joy on their shoulders, return to carry the future. (September 1963)”
Raquel Jodorowsky (1927–2011) said by 2011 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“[T]his is from the second Book and you can almost hear his excitement at being able to write in all these keys, that he was unable to... [do] before... [S]ometimes I think when he gets to the keys... the most far away from ones he could previously write in, things become almost simpler, because he's just enjoying the sheer joy of being in f-sharp major for the first time in his life...”
Eugenia Cheng (born 1976) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“As the Pope's envoy, I'm going with joy because I'll be meeting God's people there, I'm going with pride because I'm going to meet my brothers from Pakistan.”
Germano Penemote (born 1969) first seen 2023 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: I'm going with pride”: Angolan-born Apostolic Nuncio on Diplomatic Mission to Pakistan (7 September 2023) ACIA Africa
“He was now in country which he had never before explored, the land of the Tarahumara, the indígenes famous for running long distances over the rough and unforgiving terrain, often, it was said, for the pure joy of it. (p134)”
Kathleen Alcalá (born 1954) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I am for polyphony: there can be many, many different languages. Considering all these current divisions between ethnicities and religions, it’s madness to have a state, and I really don’t understand the joy in forcing people together.”
Adania Shibli (born 1974) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“The ease of the bird is dependent on the ease of the branch it nests on. I find a world that limits any form of the ‘other’ abhorrent. We are all one and connected in the continuum of life. I am able to acutely feel the pain of others and discomfort at injustice, violence or pain in much the same way I can feel their joy and contentment.”
Funmi Iyanda (born 1971) first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Wilfred Okiche, Funmi Iyanda has a bold new movie out. But don’t call it a comeback., African Arguments, November 25, 2019.
“Again, my hat goes off to the crew and staff who made the experience an effortless joy. Reminded me of why I started acting in the first place. Thank you to @leburugraphy and the whole team for a memorable shoot”
Katlego Danke (born 1978) first seen 2024 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Katlego Danke shares her guilty pleasure in ‘The Butcher’s Soul,25th July 2024,by Mbalenhle
“I didn’t realize it at the time, but my concern with what other people thought about me was such a thing that I had to go through something like that where I literally had no other option, and I had to find my joy and my peace regardless of what everyone was thinking”
Meagan Good (born 1981) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“We have to share the hurts pain the love the joy of the other and in that way we're sharing that sense of ruching were limping that person and then pick ourselves up in the same process because we're giving for sharing something of ourselves.”
Steven John Raica (born 1952) first seen 2016 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Interview with Bishop Raica - WYD Bishops in Kraków (July 2016) Catholic Apostolate Center
“I feel a lot of joy coming back here. It’s kind of like seeing an old friend I haven’t seen in a long time.”
Naomi Osaka (born 1997) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“We celebrities are human beings. We hurt. We get our hearts broken. We break hearts. It all comes back to who you are. Who am I today? Am I living on purpose? Or am I clawing at the void? Will I walk in my joy today and acknowledge the color purple? I’ve got jacaranda trees around my house. Three months out of the year, it’s purple. I lay here in this plethora of purple and I give thanks.”
Jenifer Lewis (born 1957) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source