Quote by Harry Browne

Everything you want in life has a price connected to it. There's a price to pay if you want to make things better, a price to pay just for leaving things as they are, a price for everything.

Everything you want in life has a price connected to it. The

Summary

This quote highlights the idea that nothing valuable in life comes without a cost. Whether it is striving for improvement or choosing to maintain the status quo, there will always be sacrifices that need to be made. It serves as a reminder that any endeavor or decision we make comes with consequences and requires us to weigh the trade-offs. By acknowledging and understanding the price attached to our desires, we can make more informed choices and appreciate the value of what we aspire to achieve.

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By Harry Browne

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