Don't confuse contentment with happiness.
Contentment with life is not a feeling, but it is a decision we must make. Contentment does not mean that we never want to see change or improvement, but it does mean we can be happy where we are and will do the best we can with what we have. It also means we will maintain an attitude that allows us to enjoy the gift of life.
I believe the test of government is the contentment of the people.
Contentment is an undervalued grace.
Contentment is accepting God's sovereign control over all of life's circumstances.
O Contentment, make me rich! for without thee there is no wealth.
Contentment is both the fruit and the tree.
The secret of contentment is never to allow yourself to want anything which reason tells you you haven't a chance of getting.
My motto is: Contented with little, yet wishing for more.
Confidence equals contentment with self; contentment is knowing you have all you need for the present circumstances.
With the "civilized" person contentment is a myth. From the cradle to the grave they are forever longing and striving after something better, an indefinable something, some new object yet unattained.
Be content with what thou hast received, and smooth thy frowning forehead, for the door of choice is not open either to thee or me.
There are two things that kill a genius: a fatal disease and contentment.
The virtue of contentment is the acquiescence of the mind in the lot God has given
My demon is hating to have to do a regular day job. Being up on stage really helps me forget I have a life like that - when I did have a life like that. I find complete contentment and happiness when I'm playing in front of an audience.
Whate'er the passion, knowledge, fame, or pelf, Not one will change his neighbor with himself.
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.
Contentment is not escape from the battle, but rather an abiding peace and confidence in the midst of the battle.
Many people lose the small joys in the hope for the big happiness.
Contentment is the equilibrium between the enjoyment of life now and the anticipation of what is to come.