Man is a luxury loving animal. Take away play, fancies, and luxuries, and you will turn man into a dull, sluggish creature, barely energetic enough to obtain a bare subsistence. A society becomes stagnant when its people are too rational or too serious to be tempted by baubles.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Humans need play and luxury to stay energetic; a society too serious becomes dull and stagnant.
- In plain terms
- Playfulness and luxury keep humans and society energetic and alive.
- What can you take from it?
- Balance seriousness with play to maintain energy and progress.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is my life too serious?
- How does play help me?
Another view
Luxury can also lead to excess and complacency if not managed well.
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