Quote by Aristotle

All paid jobs absorb and degrade the mind.

All paid jobs absorb and degrade the mind.

Summary

This quote implies that working for monetary compensation has the potential to consume and diminish one's intellectual capacity. It suggests that the pursuit of money through employment can be mentally draining, preventing individuals from utilizing their full cognitive abilities. The quote may be criticizing the dehumanizing effects of jobs that primarily focus on financial gain, ultimately suggesting that such work hampers the development and well-being of the mind.

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Mind Jobs

By Aristotle

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