Satisfaction
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For it is said that humans are never satisfied, that you give them one thing and they want something more. And this is said in disparagement, whereas it is one of the greatest talents the species has and one that has made it superior to animals that are satisfied with what they have.
The Pearl
And what I have, what I am, is enough, was always enough for me, and as far as my dear little sweet little future is concerned I have no qualms, I have a good time coming.
Molloy
He is very foolish who aims at satisfying all the world and his father
The fastidious are unfortunate; nothing satisfies them
Satisfaction lies in the effort, not in the attainment. Full effort is full victory
Satisfy a few to please many is bad
As long as I have a want, I have a reason for living. Satisfaction is death
When a man is pleased with the lot of others, he is dissatisfied with his own, as a matter of course
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