《老子道德经(英译本)Lao Tze》第四十五章 44. Contentment· 李耳

Health or reputation: which is held dearer?

Health or possessions: which has more worth?

Profit or loss: which is more troublesome? Great love incurs great expense,

And great riches incur great fear,

But contentment comes at no cost;

Who knows when to stop

Does not continue into danger,

And so may long endure.