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Money Quote by Plato

“you don’t seem to love money too much. And those who haven’t made their own money are usually like you. But those who have made it for themselves are twice as fond of it as those who [c] haven’t.” quote by Plato
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““you don’t seem to love money too much. And those who haven’t made their own money are usually like you. But those who have made it for themselves are twice as fond of it as those who [c] haven’t.””

Plato

About This Quote

Source Dialogue: Republic, Book IV, Plato, c. 380 BC

Wealth is less valued by those who earn it themselves; those who earn it independently value it more than those who rely on others.

In simple terms: People who earn money themselves love it more.

Key Takeaway

Earn your own money to appreciate its value.

Themes

wealth self-reliance values

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • entrepreneurship
  • personal finance
  • career building
  • investment decisions

Key Concepts

economics psychology motivation

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you value money more if you earn it?
  • How does self-reliance affect your relationship with wealth?
A Different Perspective

Self-made wealth can also breed greed and inequality.

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