Quote by Harold J. Smith

That man is the richest whose pleasures are the cheapest.

That man is the richest whose pleasures are the cheapest.

Summary

This quote means that true wealth is not measured by material possessions or financial abundance, but rather by the ability to find happiness in the simplest and least expensive things in life. It suggests that the individual who can derive the most pleasure and contentment from basic and affordable experiences is, in fact, the wealthiest. It emphasizes the importance of appreciating the small joys in life and finding fulfillment in the intangible aspects rather than relying solely on material wealth.

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By Harold J. Smith

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