Quote by William Carlos Williams

Empty pockets make empty heads.

Empty pockets make empty heads.

Summary

This quote suggests that when one is insignificant or lacking in material wealth, they also tend to lack intelligent thoughts or ideas. It implies that financial struggles or having little wealth can impede one's ability to think creatively or critically. The phrase highlights a potential link between a person's financial status and their intellectual capacity, implying that poverty may hinder mental development.

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