Contentment Quote by The Church of the Latter-Day Dude
““44. Abidement Bullshit money or basic freedoms: which is dearer? Contentment or competition: which is more valuable? Compensation or employment: which is more painful? Great coitus incurs great expense, And great wealth incurs fucking phoniness, But great abidement incurs no loss. Therefore: He who knows when to take it easy Can’t be worried about that shit, And may long endure ups and downs, strikes and gutters. Tao Te Ching: 44. Contentment Fame or Self: which is dearer? Self or wealth: which is more valuable? Profit or loss: which is more painful? Great love incurs great expense, And great wealth incurs great theft, But great contentment incurs no loss. Therefore: He who knows when to stop Does not continue into danger, And may long endure.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Tao Te Ching, Chapter 44, attributed to Lao Tzu, ancient Chinese text
The passage contrasts material wealth and status with inner contentment, suggesting that true peace comes from simplicity and knowing when to ease off ambition
In simple terms: Inner peace beats material gain
Key Takeaway
Choose simplicity over competition
Themes
contentment
simplicity
wealth
pain
peace
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- career decisions
- relationship choices
- financial planning
Key Concepts
Stoicism
Taoist philosophy
minimalism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance ambition with contentment?
- When does striving become harmful?
A Different Perspective
May overlook practical needs or social responsibilities
