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.

It is right to be contented with what we have, never with what we are.

It is right to be contented with what we have, never with what we are.

It is right to be contented with what we have, but never with what we are.

It is right to be contented with what we have, but never with what we are.

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.

Be happy while you're living, for you're a long time dead.

Be happy while you're living, for you're a long time dead.

Most people would rather be certain they're miserable, than risk being happy.

Most people would rather be certain they're miserable, than risk being happy.

Happiness is a choice that requires effort at times.

Happiness is a choice that requires effort at times.

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.

Contentment is natural wealth, luxury is artificial poverty.

Contentment is natural wealth, luxury is artificial poverty.