Being happy with less is what makes a great human being, not a big house with marble floors, or everyone knowing who you are.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- True greatness is contentment. Material wealth is not.
- In plain terms
- Happiness with less matters more than fame or luxury.
- What can you take from it?
- Value contentment over status.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What brings real happiness?
- Do you value fame?
Another view
Basic needs must be met for contentment to exist.
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