I had rather be a beggar and spend my last dollar like a king, than be a king and spend my money like a beggar! If it has got to go, let it go!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Ingersoll values dignity and personal honor in spending money over status or wealth accumulation.
- In plain terms
- Spend money with dignity even if you are poor.
- What can you take from it?
- Spend your money with dignity and confidence.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you value your money?
- Is dignity more important than wealth?
Another view
This advice is hard to follow for those struggling to survive.
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