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“I've been broke and sad, rich and sad, broke and happy, rich and happy, and I'll take the rich version over the broke version all day long.” quote by Jen Sincero
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“I've been broke and sad, rich and sad, broke and happy, rich and happy, and I'll take the rich version over the broke version all day long.”

Jen Sincero

About This Quote

Source Book: You Are a Badass, 2013

Wealth and happiness are not mutually exclusive; the speaker prefers wealth with happiness over poverty with happiness.

In simple terms: Rich and happy is better than poor and happy.

Key Takeaway

Seek both financial success and emotional well‑being.

Themes

wealth happiness choice

Mood

reflective optimistic

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career advancement
  • investment decisions
  • mental health care

Key Concepts

personal development financial freedom

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does wealth mean to you?
  • How can you cultivate happiness regardless of income?
A Different Perspective

Wealth alone doesn’t guarantee happiness.

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