Quote by Lin Yutang, The Importance of Li

The three great American vices seem to be efficiency, punctuality, and the desire for achievement and success. They are the things that make the Americans so unhappy and so nervous.

The three great American vices seem to be efficiency, punctu

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This quote suggests that three common vices in American society are efficiency, punctuality, and the pursuit of achievement and success. However, the quote also implies that these vices contribute to Americans feeling unhappy and anxious. It implies that the American focus on productivity, strict adherence to schedules, and the constant drive for success ultimately take a toll on their well-being and sense of peace.

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By Lin Yutang, The Importance of Li

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