Confidence Quotes
Health is the greatest possession. Contentment is the greatest treasure. Confidence is the greatest friend.
"Health is the greatest possession. Contentment is the greatest treasure. Confidence is the greatest friend."— Lao Tzu
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Meaning of this quote
The saying praises wellbeing, sufficiency, and inner confidence over possession alone. Its spiritual context should remain distinct from a literal ranking of human needs.
Key takeaway:
Include health and contentment in your understanding of wealth.
Origin of the quote
Modern English wording related to a Buddhist Dhammapada passage.
Who actually said this?
Likely misattributedStenudd traces the saying outside the Tao Te Ching. The Laozi attribution should be removed; translation variants differ.
