Over the span of man's history, although a phenomenal…
“Over the span of man's history, although a phenomenal amount of education, persuasion, indoctrination and incantation have been devoted to the effort, ordinary people have never been quite persuaded that toil is as agreeable as its alternatives. Thus to take increased well-being partly in the form of more goods and partly in the form of more leisure is unquestionably rational.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Rational individuals seek more goods and leisure, recognizing that work isn’t inherently pleasant.
In simple terms: More goods and leisure are rational goals.
Key Takeaway
Pursue well‑being.
Themes
economics
leisure
well‑being
Mood
thoughtful
balanced
Type
economic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career planning
- retirement
- policy design
Key Concepts
rational choice
utility theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance work and leisure?
- What limits should be set on consumption?
A Different Perspective
Excessive leisure can reduce productivity.