People say, 'I want to get laid a lot and make lots of money.' That's not the right order.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Simmons critiques the common desire for immediate gratification, suggesting a different order of priorities.
- In plain terms
- He says people focus on sex and money but they should be ordered differently.
- What can you take from it?
- Prioritize sustainable goals over immediate pleasure.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What should you want first?
- Does money lead to happiness?
Another view
Immediate needs often dictate priority for survival.
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