Choice Quote by Newell Dwight Hillis
“Man must make his choice between ease and wealth; either may be his, but not both.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Moral Philosophy, 1910
Choosing between comfort and wealth forces a trade‑off; one cannot have both simultaneously.
In simple terms: Ease and wealth are mutually exclusive choices.
Key Takeaway
Decide what you value most.
Themes
ethics
choice
wealth
comfort
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
inquisitive
When to use this quote
- Financial planning
- career decisions
- lifestyle design
Key Concepts
Opportunity cost
value hierarchy
self‑discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- Can one achieve comfort without wealth?
- What defines true wealth?
A Different Perspective
Simplistic binary ignores nuanced possibilities.
