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Balance Quote by Barbara Kingsolver

“Value is not made of money, but a tender balance of expectation and longing.” quote by Barbara Kingsolver
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“Value is not made of money, but a tender balance of expectation and longing.”

Barbara Kingsolver

About This Quote

Source Book: The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver, 1998

True worth comes from hopes and desires, not material wealth.

In simple terms: Worth is about hopes, not money.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate meaningful expectations.

Themes

values expectations longing wealth

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal goals
  • relationships
  • career planning
  • financial decisions

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy human motivation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What expectations drive your decisions?
  • How do you balance desire with reality?
A Different Perspective

May overlook practical needs.

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