Sunday Reflections — The essence of contentment

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This week, Sunday Reflections brings you the essence of contentment:

“As long as we think our lives are not good enough (materially), we will not have happiness. As soon as we realize our lives are good enough, happiness immediately appears. That is the practice of contentment.” ~ Thich Nhat Hanh

“The word contentment comes from the word content, which is what we hold inside — love, value, a feeling of a life that has meaning or purpose, a cause greater than yourself that you’re a part of. These are the things that bring true happiness…” ~ Tom Shadyac

“Be content with what you have;
rejoice in the way things are.
When you realize there is nothing lacking,
the whole world belongs to you.” ~ Laozi

“There is an unmistakable freedom that accompanies contentment: a freedom to be who you are, enjoy who you are, and live the life you were destined to live.” ~ Josh Becker

“Contentment is never the outcome of fulfillment, of achievement, or of the possession of things; it is not born of action or inaction. It comes with the fullness of what is, not in the alteration of it.” ~ J. Krishnamurti

“Ultimately, contentment is more a shift in attitude than a change in circumstances.” ~ Linda Dillow

“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.” ~ Joyce Meyer

“Move inwards! Contentment is a quality of your center; it is not found on the circumference…” ~ Rajneesh

“Gradually as you become curator of your own contentment, you will learn to embrace the gentle yearnings of your heart.” ~ Sarah Ban Breathnach

“The basis for contentment is connection — living connected to your essential self. Notice how you feel about yourself, about others and about your material possessions. By observing how you interact with the world you can find opportunities to create contentment within yourself and for others. Because, ultimately what we all seek in life is peace and fulfillment. Do you agree?” ~ Panache Desai

This selection is from online publications/websites in the public domain.