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There is no end of craving. Hence contentment alone is the best way to happiness. Therefore, acquire contentment.
There is no end of craving. Hence contentment alone is the best way to happiness. Therefore, acquire contentment.
Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not; remember that what you now have was once read more
Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not; remember that what you now have was once among the things you only hoped for.
A man who is contented with what he has done will never become famous for what he will do.
A man who is contented with what he has done will never become famous for what he will do.
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 grand essentials of happiness are: something to do, something to love, and something to hope for.
The grand essentials of happiness are: something to do, something to love, and something to hope for.
He that is well paid is well satisfied.
He that is well paid is well satisfied.
Patience is the key to contentment.
Patience is the key to contentment.
What makes us discontented with our condition is the absurdly exaggerated idea we have of the happiness of others.
What makes us discontented with our condition is the absurdly exaggerated idea we have of the happiness of others.
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.
