Income Quote by H.L. Mencken
““Wealth - any income that is at least $100 more a year than the income of one's wife's sister's husband.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Poverty of Riches, H.L. Mencken, 1925
Wealth is defined relative to others, often absurdly.
In simple terms: Wealth is relative.
Recognize wealth is a social comparison.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family budgeting
- career planning
- social status discussions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you measure your own success?
- Does comparing wealth affect your happiness?
Defining wealth by others can create endless competition.