Al-Mustadrak ‘alā aṣ-Ṣaḥīḥayn Ḥadīth [2721] – The Elements of Happiness and Misery

It was reported by Muḥammad bin Sa'd, that he narrated on the authority of his father (may Allāh be pleased with him) that the Messenger of Allāh (peace and blessings of Allāh be upon him) said: “There are three elements of happiness and three elements of misery. The elements of happiness are: A righteous wife who pleases you when you see her, and when you are absent you feel you can trust her with regard to herself and your wealth. A house that is spacious and has plenty of amenities. A compliant riding beast that helps you keep up with your companions. The elements of misery are: A wife who upsets you when you see her, she keeps attacking you verbally. In your absence, you do not feel that you can trust her with regard to herself and your wealth. A house with few amenities. A stubborn riding beast – if you whip it, you get tired, and if you do not whip it, it does not help you keep up with your companions.”