Ill Quote by D. H. Lawrence
“When I wish I was rich, then I know I am ill.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Song of the Lark", 1915
Desiring wealth reveals an inner emptiness or illness, suggesting that material longing masks deeper dissatisfaction.
In simple terms: Wanting riches shows inner sickness.
Key Takeaway
Seek fulfillment beyond material wealth.
Themes
desire
wealth
self-awareness
health
psychology
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
literary
motivational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- financial goals
- mental health
- personal development
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
literature
Questions to Reflect On
- What does wealth mean to you?
- How can you address the underlying illness?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on money can neglect emotional well‑being.
