Quote by Plautus

If you are content, you have enough to live comfortably.

If you are content, you have enough to live comfortably.

Summary

This quote means that contentment lies in having a sufficient amount to live comfortably. It suggests that being content is not about accumulating vast wealth or possessions, but rather finding satisfaction and fulfillment in having what you need to meet your basic needs and live a comfortable life. It implies that true contentment can be attained by appreciating what you have instead of constantly striving for more or comparing yourself to others.

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By Plautus

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