Affair Quote by B. C. Forbes
“I have known not a few men who, after reaching the summits of business success, found themselves miserable on attaining retirement age. They were so exclusively engrossed in their day-to-day affairs that they had no time for friend-making… They may flatter themselves that their unrelaxing concentration on business constitutes patriotism of the highest order. They may tell themselves that the existing emergency will pass, and that they can then adopt different, more sociable, more friendly habits. [But] such a day is little likely to come for such individuals.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business Leadership Forum, 2010
Success can isolate individuals, leading to loneliness in retirement if they neglect social connections during their careers.
In simple terms: Success may cause loneliness later.
Key Takeaway
Balance work with relationships.
Themes
career
loneliness
retirement
social health
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- corporate executives
- high‑pressure jobs
- post‑career planning
Key Concepts
Work-life balance
meaningful connections
psychological well‑being
Questions to Reflect On
- What relationships have you prioritized?
- How can you integrate social time now?
A Different Perspective
Focusing solely on work can hinder personal fulfillment and mental health.
