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What does it mean?
Men focused solely on earning a living often neglect enjoying life.
In plain terms
Working only for money makes you forget to live.
What can you take from it?
Balance work with life enjoyment.

Where it applies

  • career‑focused individuals
  • entrepreneurs
  • busy parents

Putting it to work

  • schedule leisure time
  • set work boundaries

Questions to consider

  • What does a fulfilling life look like?
  • How can one protect leisure while earning?

Another view

Economic pressures can make balance difficult.

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