Dolly Partons widely shared advice on happiness centres on the idea that feeling happy can require conscious effort. She said people can either work towards happiness or sink deeper into misery, encouraging them to look for ways to make difficult situations better. The country music icon, who died aged 80, leaves behind a celebrated musical and philanthropic legacy, including her Imagination Library and extensive humanitarian work.

Dolly Parton, the cherished 80-year-old country music legend, has sadly left us. Her extraordinary journey from humble beginnings to becoming a star captivated countless hearts.…

The late singer, actor and philanthropist leaves behind a life and career full of wisdom