Satisfaction is the state of being happy even when you're doing nothing. Pleasure is the state of being happy because of something you're actively doing. Sati

Satisfaction is the state of being happy even when you're doing nothing. Pleasure is the state of being happy because of something you're actively doing. Satisfaction usually has a relatively low ceiling but a very high floor compared to pleasure. Satisfaction is also usually gained through the sacrifice of pleasure. My experience is that smart people often try to maximize satisfaction, at the cost of all of the pleasure. I believe you need both to live an enjoyable life. It's hard to strike a balance.