Quote by Marlo Thomas

My father said there were two kinds of people in the world: givers and takers. The takers may eat better, but the givers sleep better.

My father said there were two kinds of people in the world:

Summary

This quote suggests that there are two types of people - those who are primarily focused on giving and helping others, and those who are more concerned with taking and benefiting themselves. While the takers may seem to have an advantage in terms of material gains and personal success, the givers experience a sense of inner peace and contentment. Sleeping better metaphorically implies having a clear conscience and a sense of fulfillment, knowing that one's actions have positively impacted the lives of others. Ultimately, the quote suggests that being a giver brings greater satisfaction and a deeper sense of happiness than being a taker.

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By Marlo Thomas

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