Quote by Ray Prince

Work is only work if you'd rather be doing something else.

Work is only work if you'd rather be doing something else.

Summary

This quote suggests that work can feel like a burden or an obligation if it takes away from activities or pursuits that one enjoys or prefers doing. It implies that true work is characterized by a lack of enthusiasm or fulfillment, as it implies that if given the choice, one would opt for an alternative activity. Simply put, the quote suggests that work becomes truly "work" when it feels like a chore compared to other enjoyable options.

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By Ray Prince

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