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Achievement Quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti

“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.” quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti
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“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.”

Jiddu Krishnamurti

About This Quote

Source Lecture: The Nature of Contentment, Jiddu Krishnamurti, 1975

Contentment arises from fully accepting present reality, not from achieving goals or acquiring possessions; it is a state of being, not a result of action.

In simple terms: Contentment comes from accepting what is.

Key Takeaway

Practice present‑moment acceptance to find peace.

Themes

contentment acceptance presence

Mood

calm thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • stress
  • materialism
  • goal pursuit
  • mindfulness practice

Key Concepts

non‑attachment inner peace

Questions to Reflect On

  • What prevents you from fully accepting the present?
  • How can you differentiate healthy desire from attachment?
A Different Perspective

Accepting passivity may hinder growth or necessary change.

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