Quote by Seneca (Seneca the Elder)

The acquisition of riches has been to many not an end to their miseries, but a change in them: The fault is not in the riches, but the disposition.


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Summary

This quote highlights that the pursuit of wealth may not necessarily lead to an alleviation of one's troubles. It suggests that the problem lies not in the accumulation of riches itself, but rather in the person's mindset or attitude towards wealth. Simply gaining wealth does not guarantee happiness or solve underlying issues; it is the individual's outlook and how they handle or perceive their newfound riches that determine whether it becomes a positive or negative force in their life.

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Wealth
By Seneca (Seneca the Elder)
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