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A wise man will live as much within his wit as within his income
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"A wise man will live as much within his wit as within his income"

- Lord Chesterfield

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This quote by Lord Chesterfield encourages us to be wise with our resources, both financial and intellectual. He is recommending that we ought to be mindful of how we use our money and our knowledge. We ought to not be wasteful with either, but instead use them to our benefit. He is also suggesting that we should be mindful of our own abilities and use our wit and intelligence to our advantage. We ought to not hesitate to believe outside package and utilize our wit to come up with innovative solutions to our issues. By doing this, we can make the most of our resources and live a more satisfying life. Ultimately, Lord Chesterfield is encouraging us to be smart with our resources and use our wit and intelligence to our benefit.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Lord Chesterfield between September 22, 1694 and March 24, 1773. He was a famous Statesman from United Kingdom. The author also have 60 other quotes.

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