Quote by Thomas Szasz

The greatest analgesic, soporific, stimulant, tranquilizer, narcotic, and to some extent even antibiotic --in short, the closest thing to a genuine panacea --known to medical science is work.

The greatest analgesic, soporific, stimulant, tranquilizer,

Summary

This quote suggests that work has various positive effects on individuals. It portrays work as a multi-purpose solution, referring to it as an analgesic for relieving pain, a soporific for inducing sleep, a stimulant for boosting energy, a tranquilizer for calming the mind, a narcotic for providing pleasure, and to some extent, even an antibiotic for improving overall health. It presents work as a potent and effective remedy, implying that engaging in work can have a comprehensive and beneficial impact on individuals' well-being.

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