"There is a serious defect in the thinking of someone who wants - more than anything else - to become rich. As long as they don't have the money, it'll seem like a worthwhile goal. Once they do, they'll understand how important other things are - and have always been"
- Benjamin Jowett
About this Quote
This quote by Benjamin Jowett highlights the problematic thinking about those who prioritize becoming rich above all else. Jowett recommends that these people are so fixated on obtaining wealth that they stop working to recognize the true value of other things in life. They think that as soon as they have actually attained their objective of prospering, they will lastly comprehend the significance of other elements such as relationships, experiences, and individual growth. Nevertheless, Jowett indicates that by then, it may be far too late as they have currently sacrificed and missed out on these crucial things in pursuit of wealth. This quote serves as a suggestion to focus on and value the important things that really matter in life, instead of being consumed by the desire for product wealth.
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