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Saturday, March 20, 2010

On Contentment

“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.” - Epicurus

“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.” - Frederick Keonig

“Contentment is natural wealth, luxury is artificial poverty” - Socrates

“Health is the greatest possession. Contentment is the greatest treasure. Confidence is the greatest friend. Non-being is the greatest joy.” - Lao Tzu

“Everyone chases after happiness, not noticing that happiness is right at their heels.” - Bertolt Brecht

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