Quote by Henry David Thoreau

Wealth is the ability to fully experience life.

Wealth is the ability to fully experience life.

Summary

This quote suggests that wealth goes beyond just material possessions and monetary riches. It argues that true wealth lies in the capacity to embrace and appreciate life's experiences to the fullest. Whether it be traveling, pursuing passions, forming relationships, or engaging in personal growth, this perspective suggests that the ability to fully immerse oneself in all that life has to offer is the ultimate measure of one's wealth. It emphasizes that wealth should be seen as a means to live a rich, fulfilling, and meaningful existence.

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By Henry David Thoreau

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