Quote by Benjamin Franklin

To the discontented man no chair is easy

To the discontented man no chair is easy

Summary

This quote suggests that someone who is discontented or unhappy will never find comfort or ease in any situation, even if they are provided with what they think will make them happy. It implies that their discontented mindset prevents them from finding peace, regardless of the circumstances they might encounter. Therefore, the quote suggests that true contentment comes from within and cannot be achieved through external means alone.

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