A different world cannot be built by indifferent people.
Peter MarshallRead
I know that no business contract, no order or commercial consideration can ever be worth the happiness of one's home or the peace of one's mind.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True happiness and peace come from personal well-being rather than business or financial gains.
Peter Marshall emphasizes that the value of happiness and mental peace within one's home is far greater than any business contract or commercial transaction. This quote serves as a reminder that personal relationships and emotional well-being should take precedence over material pursuits.
Themes
HappinessPeaceHomeWell-BeingBusinessValues
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about work-life balance, one might use this quote to highlight the importance of family over career.
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