"some men do eke out contentment, and they get there by gradually ratcheting down their expectations. Their appetites fade. They compromise, and rationalize, an

"some men do eke out contentment, and they get there by gradually ratcheting down their expectations. Their appetites fade. They compromise, and rationalize, and eventually settle. That’s the loser’s consolation prize." The problem with this view is that being content with what you have makes you a loser. In fact, whenever I read something piece that attempts to divide people up between the categories of winners and losers, I always end up feeling like I would just rather not play that game. (not to say there isn't some good advice in there, especially about not feeling too comfortable. i just find the winners/losers paradigm pretty limited)