Ataraxia, plenitude, serenity, all these are variations on the theme of attaining 'peace'. Whether it's religion (ie Buddhism) or philosophy (ie stoicism), ther

Ataraxia, plenitude, serenity, all these are variations on the theme of attaining 'peace'. Whether it's religion (ie Buddhism) or philosophy (ie stoicism), there is this notion that the ultimate goal is to reach this state of contentment: not desiring more, not being driven by overwhelming emotions, just satisfied with what you have, regardless of what you think you can achieve, or what expectations others have of what you could achieve.