By Omowunmi Oladokun
Someone defined: “contentment is a deep, quiet state of emotional and mental satisfaction where you accept your present circumstances, feel at peace with what you have, and stop constantly chasing for far more than enough”.
Do you know what it feels like when you do not have everything in life but you are grateful for the little you have and where you are. Contentment is absolute peace. It doesn’t mean you limit your appetite, ambitions or desire for things or positions, it simply means you are not chasing the wind and trying to have everything in the world only to yourself.
EFFECT OF LACK OF CONTENTMENT.
Covetousness: lack of contentment can birth covetousness. People who are not contented with there life and what they have, will definitely covet/steal what belong to another.
Corruption: the problems in the world today are caused majorly by people’s desire to get more and more for themselves and family alone, neglecting the welfare of the poor majority in the society. Lack of contentment may also lead to corruption in the world.
Conflict: lack of contentment may breeds endless conflict in the society. People will normally fight those who steal from them to the end. Even government will thoroughly fight a corrupt and covetous leader when the truth is discovered.
In conclusion, as long as your basic needs are met, curtailing ones appetite for things in life is key to everlasting happiness. Another writer said: focus on finding inner peace, appreciating the present moment, and valuing what you have rather than chasing endless material things.
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