Happiness vs. Contentment: The Expectation Gap EP 186

We often use "happiness" and "contentment" interchangeably. I wanted to find out the difference and it turns out they very different states of being, and understanding the distinction has been really helpful so I wanted to share that with you. Happiness is a spark; contentment is a steady flame. When we expect that life will include both peaks and valleys, we can see the value in both. Expect that you can be content with your life while still wanting it to grow. Expect that letting go of how things "should" be might be the very thing that allows you to appreciate how things are.