Quote by Henry David Thoreau

I make myself rich by making my wants few.

I make myself rich by making my wants few.

Summary

This quote means that the speaker finds richness and contentment in life by minimizing their wants and desires. Instead of constantly chasing after material possessions or striving for more, they focus on finding happiness in what they already have. By having fewer desires, they free themselves from the burden of constantly craving more and enjoy a sense of richness from within. This suggests that genuine wealth and fulfillment come from a mindset of simplicity and gratitude rather than material abundance.

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Minimalism Materialism American Author

By Henry David Thoreau

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