We tend to forget that happiness doesn't come as a result of getting something we don't have, but rather of read more

We tend to forget that happiness doesn't come as a result of getting something we don't have, but rather of recognizing and appreciating what we do have.

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 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.

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.

Whenever my condition was improved, instead of its increasing my contentment, it only increased my desire to be free, and read more

Whenever my condition was improved, instead of its increasing my contentment, it only increased my desire to be free, and set me to thinking of plans to gain my freedom.

Happiness is a choice that requires effort at times.

Happiness is a choice that requires effort at times.

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.

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.

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.