Business Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
“I have resolved that from this day on, I will do all the business I can honestly, have all the fun I can reasonably, do all the good I can willingly, and save my digestion by thinking pleasantly.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Travels with a Donkey in the Cevennes, 1879
He vows to conduct honest business, enjoy reasonable fun, do good willingly, and maintain a pleasant mindset for health.
In simple terms: Live honestly, enjoy responsibly, do good, think positively.
Key Takeaway
Live with integrity and joy.
Themes
integrity
joy
ethics
well‑being
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily routine
- business practice
- personal health
- social interactions
- creative work
Key Concepts
honesty
balance
mindfulness
self‑care
Questions to Reflect On
- What daily habits support this balance?
- How does a positive mindset affect health?
A Different Perspective
Balancing pleasure and responsibility can be tricky.
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