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What does it mean?
The excitement of the game matters more than financial gain.
In plain terms
Thrills matter more than money in baseball.
What can you take from it?
Value passion over profit.

Where it applies

  • career choices
  • hobbies
  • sports fandom

Putting it to work

  • career counseling
  • team culture
  • personal fulfillment

Questions to consider

  • What brings you more joy: money or experience?
  • How do you value your work?

Another view

Money is often necessary for sustainability and livelihood.

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