Contentment is a pearl of great price, and whoever procures it at the expense of ten thousand desires makes a read more

Contentment is a pearl of great price, and whoever procures it at the expense of ten thousand desires makes a wise and a happy purchase

Content makes poor men rich; discontentment makes rich men poor.

Content makes poor men rich; discontentment makes rich men poor.

Everyone chases after happiness, not noticing that happiness is right at their heels.

Everyone chases after happiness, not noticing that happiness is right at their heels.

Nothing contributes more to a person's peace of mind than having no opinions at all.

Nothing contributes more to a person's peace of mind than having no opinions at all.

If we have not quiet in our minds, outward comfort will do no more for us than a golden slipper read more

If we have not quiet in our minds, outward comfort will do no more for us than a golden slipper on a gouty foot.

The contented man can be happy with what appears to be useless.

The contented man can be happy with what appears to be useless.

The secret of contentment is knowing how to enjoy what you have, and to be able to lose all desire read more

The secret of contentment is knowing how to enjoy what you have, and to be able to lose all desire for things beyond your reach.

Good humor is one of the best articles of dress one can wear in society.

Good humor is one of the best articles of dress one can wear in society.

Content is a word unknown to life; it is also a word unknown to man.

Content is a word unknown to life; it is also a word unknown to man.