'I've got a few good friends, a big house and I can go wherever I want whenever I want... but the more money you make the more miserable you get. It just so happens that I have a lot of money.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Wealth brings freedom but can also increase unhappiness.
- In plain terms
- Money gives freedom but might make you miserable.
- What can you take from it?
- Balance wealth with inner satisfaction.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does wealth complicate happiness?
Another view
Money does not always cause misery.
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