Care Quote by Joseph Hall
“The malcontent is neither well, full nor fasting; and though he abounds with complaints, yet nothing dislikes him but the present; for what he condemns while it was, once passed, he magnifies and strives to recall it out of the jaw of time. What he hath he seeth not, his eyes are so taken up with what he wants; and what he sees he careth not for, because be cares so much for that which is not.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Art of Content", 1625
A malcontent focuses on lack, ignoring present blessings, and magnifies past grievances.
In simple terms: He despises what he lacks, not what he has.
Key Takeaway
Shift focus from lack to present gifts.
Themes
discontent
perception
time
Mood
melancholic
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal introspection
- mental health
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
negativity
resentment
self‑deception
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you overlook in your current life?
- How can you balance critique with appreciation?
A Different Perspective
May ignore systemic issues causing dissatisfaction.
