The more money an American accumulates the less interesting he himself becomes.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Accumulating wealth can make a person less interesting.
- In plain terms
- More money can make you less interesting.
- What can you take from it?
- Wealth does not guarantee character or appeal.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes you interesting?
- Do you judge others by wealth?
Another view
Wealth often provides resources that can enhance interesting pursuits.
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