So, contentment is not something one can cultivate; it is a by-product of meditation. And one should not cultivate satisfaction, because that will keep you away from contentment.

Many Western countries, especially the U.S., tend to connect happiness with acquisition and accomplishment, and Nordic countries equate happiness with appreciation, says Feliciano. "It's about finding ...

Contentment depends on perceived self-worth at the moment. As we age, the contentment state shifts from internal to external, and more abstract, less self-centered, like playing with grandchildren.

But contentment is more encompassing, more permanent. and more worthwhile. That's because you could gain contentment doing something that doesn't make you happy but the benefit of which is worth it.

Diversify. Otherwise, contentment is going to be a mental mirage, an elusive ontological oasis in the desert. Some say contentment can be found in prayer. In the temple. By connecting with the divine.

This year marks the 400th anniversary of the compilation of the scriptures, which state among other things that truth, contentment, and wisdom can transform oneself and all humanity.

You feel contentment by emphasizing your positive achievements, feeling the love of those close to you and appreciating your overall worth as an individual. Think about these things.

Daniel Cordaro Daniel Cordaro, Ph.D., is the founder and CEO of the Contentment Foundation, a nonprofit organization that supports the mental well-being of schools around the world. His team’s ...