Cents Quote by James E. Faust
“As a young man, I lived through the Great Depression, when banks failed and so many lost their jobs and homes and went hungry. I was fortunate to have a job at a canning factory that paid 25 cents an hour.”
About This Quote
Source Autobiography: Personal memoirs, 20th century United States
He reflects on surviving the Great Depression, noting personal hardship and the rarity of steady employment.
In simple terms: Surviving hardship with a modest job.
Key Takeaway
Value steady work during crises.
Themes
hardship
employment
economic crisis
resilience
gratitude
Mood
reflective
grateful
Type
historical
personal narrative
When to use this quote
- job search during recession
- financial planning
- community support
Key Concepts
Great Depression
social safety nets
labor markets
Questions to Reflect On
- How did your job affect your outlook?
- What can modern societies learn from that era?
A Different Perspective
Limited perspective on systemic causes of poverty.
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