Quote by Michel de Montaigne

Once you have decided to keep a certain pile, it is no longer yours; for you can't spend it.

Once you have decided to keep a certain pile, it is no longe

Summary

This quote implies that once someone makes the decision to hoard or hold onto a certain amount of wealth or possession, they are essentially restricting its usefulness or practical value. By refusing to spend or utilize it in any way, they are limiting the benefits and potential that it could bring. In this sense, the quote suggests that true ownership extends beyond mere possession, requiring an active utilization of resources for it to truly be deemed one's own.

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