Make no expense but to do good to others or yourself ; waste nothing.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Spend money only for good or necessary needs, never waste it.
- In plain terms
- Do not spend money on useless things.
- What can you take from it?
- Spend only on value.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is waste vs value?
- Is saving always good?
Another view
Some spending on leisure improves life quality and efficiency.
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