Everything is dangerous, my dear fellow. If it wasn't so, life wouldn't be worth living.
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Well, I know, of course, how important it is not to keep a business engagement, if one wants to retain any sense of the beauty of life.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Engaging fully in life is more valuable than adhering strictly to business obligations.
This quote by Oscar Wilde highlights the tension between the demands of business and the appreciation of life's beauty. Wilde suggests that prioritizing aesthetic and personal joys is essential for maintaining a fulfilling and beautiful existence, implying that an overemphasis on commerce can detract from the deeper, more meaningful experiences of life.
Themes
BusinessBeautyLifeEngagementPriorities
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote during a motivational speech about work-life balance.
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