The wise man is free from all those disturbances of the soul which I describe as passions: his heart is full of tranquil calm for ever. And anyone who is self-controlled, unwavering, fearless, undistressed, the victim of no cravings or desires, must inevitably be happy.
from Cicero’s Discussions at Tusculum.
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Great post! And so true also. Being truly happy is being content with what we have, not having what we want. Thanks.
Yes, and, from St Paul’s letter to the Corinthians “if there is no love, there is nothing”….so where and what love is necessary for happiness ?