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What does it mean?
Science is great unless you must rely on it to survive financially.
In plain terms
Science is fun unless you have to earn money with it.
What can you take from it?
Pursue science for love, not just for money.

Where it applies

  • career choice
  • academic life
  • hobby

Putting it to work

  • follow passion
  • balance work and love
  • value inquiry

Questions to consider

  • Do you work for love or money?
  • What drives your passion?

Another view

Many scientists must earn a living through their work.

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