The 100 Simple Secrets of Happy People:...
A source page for quotes linked to David Niven.
“Happy people are those who use a lower threshold in order to label an event positive.”
“I've taken up the Bible again, somewhat in the spirit of W.C. Fields - looking for loopholes.”
“There are wonderful people out there but also wonderful people right here.”
“I see my purpose in life as making the world a happier place to be in.”
“Going to war was the only unselfish thing I have ever done for humanity.”
“Champagne offers a minimum of alcohol and a maximum of companionship.”
“Ultra competitive people who always need to win end up enjoying things less.”
“Tell me that I misunderstood a joke, but don't tell me that my choice of cravat is wrong.”
“Stardom is like making love in a hammock - a happy experience but one of uncertain duration.”