Quote by Samuel Johnson

Resolve not to be poor: whatever you have, spend less. Poverty is a great enemy to human happiness; it certainly destroys liberty, and it makes some virtues impracticable, and others extremely difficult.

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Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of financial resolve in order to avoid poverty. It advises individuals to spend less than what they have, as poverty is detrimental to human happiness and can hinder both personal freedom and the practice of virtues. By taking control of one's financial situation and making conscious choices to spend wisely, individuals can pave the way towards a more fulfilling and liberated life.

By Samuel Johnson

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