Quote by John Dos Passos

We work to eat to get the strength to work to eat to get the strength to work to eat to get the strength to work to eat to get the strength to work.

We work to eat to get the strength to work to eat to get the

Summary

This quote humorously highlights the cyclical nature of the basic human needs of sustenance and productivity. It suggests that the purpose of our work is ultimately to fulfill our requirement for food and gather the energy to continue working. It captures the repetitive cycle many individuals find themselves caught in, where work and the need for sustenance become interconnected and motivate one another. The quote emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between work and personal well-being, as we strive to meet our basic needs while sustaining our productivity.

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Strength

By John Dos Passos

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