I never put on a pair of shoes until I've worn them at least five years.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker only wears shoes after they have been broken in for at least five years, emphasizing extreme durability.
- In plain terms
- Only use shoes after five years of wear.
- What can you take from it?
- Value long-lasting products.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is extreme durability always worth the wait?
- How does this view fit modern consumer culture?
Another view
Five years is impractical for most modern shoes.
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