A friendship founded on business is better than a business founded on friendship.
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It is wrong to assume that men of immense wealth are always happy.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Wealth does not guarantee happiness.
This quote by John D. Rockefeller emphasizes that having great wealth does not automatically lead to happiness. It challenges the common belief that financial success equates to a fulfilled and joyful life, reminding us that emotional well-being often depends on factors beyond material possessions.
Themes
WealthHappinessFulfillmentLifeMoney
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about what makes a rich life, you could share this quote to highlight that happiness isn't solely tied to wealth.
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