Cost Quote by James Hilton
“Surely there comes a time when counting the cost and paying the price aren't things to think about any more. All that matters is value - the ultimate value of what one does.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Lost Horizon, 1933
When the cost and price become irrelevant, the ultimate value of actions is what truly matters.
In simple terms: Value transcends cost when focusing on purpose.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize purpose over expense.
Themes
purpose
value
ethics
decision-making
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
serene
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- business strategy
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
intrinsic worth
moral philosophy
goal orientation
Questions to Reflect On
- When should cost be considered in decisions?
- What defines ultimate value for you?
A Different Perspective
The idea may ignore practical constraints that cannot be dismissed.
![“[Photography is ] likewise even French impressionists. So the Sculls bought pop. It was politics, and they moved with it. And I think that could be happening, to some degree, with photography, too. It doesn't cost as much to do it, either.” quote by Garry Winogrand](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/2eb/garry-winogrand-2342_cost_photography-is-likewise-even-french-impr_2802.jpg)
