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Money, it turned out, was exactly like sex, you thought of nothing else if you didnt have it and thought of other things
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"Money, it turned out, was exactly like sex, you thought of nothing else if you didn't have it and thought of other things if you did"

- James A. Baldwin

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This quote by James A. Baldwin speaks to the power of money and how it can consume our thoughts and desires. Money is an effective force in our lives, and it can be a source of both satisfaction and discomfort. When we do not have cash, it can be intense, as we consider absolutely nothing else however how to get it. On the other hand, when we do have money, it can be easy to forget it and focus on other things. This quote suggests that cash resembles a drug, and it can be both a true blessing and a curse. It can offer us with the ways to live a comfy life, however it can likewise provide tension and anxiety. Cash is a powerful force in our lives, and it is essential to keep in mind that it must not be our sole focus.
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James A. Baldwin This quote is written / told by James A. Baldwin between August 2, 1924 and December 1, 1987. He was a famous Author from USA. The author also have 51 other quotes.

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