Quote by Bertrand Russell

The thing that I should wish to obtain from money would be leisure with security.

The thing that I should wish to obtain from money would be l

Summary

This quote expresses the desire for a comfortable and worry-free life that money can provide. The speaker expresses their longing for not just financial wealth, but rather the freedom to enjoy their time without concerns about basic necessities or financial stability. The combination of leisure and security suggests a wish to have the means to pursue personal interests and activities without the fear of financial insecurity, ultimately seeking an ideal balance between contentment and peace of mind.

By Bertrand Russell

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