Bricks Quote by Rufus Wainwright
“I have managed to eke out a good and substantial existence. I'm not shoveling gold bricks or anything, but I do very, very well.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone (2005)
Contentment comes from modest, honest work rather than grandiose achievements.
In simple terms: Simple work can bring fulfillment.
Key Takeaway
Value steady, honest effort.
Themes
contentment
humility
work ethic
Mood
grateful
peaceful
Type
inspirational
reflective
When to use this quote
- daily jobs
- creative pursuits
- family life
- volunteering
Key Concepts
sociology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What small achievements bring you joy?
- How can you celebrate everyday work?
A Different Perspective
Societal pressure may devalue modest success.
![“Leave a cavity behind the [wall] facings, and on the inside build walls two feet thick, made of red dimension stone or burnt brick or lava in courses, and then bind them to the fronts by means of iron clamps and lead. The beds and builds, all settling equally and bonded at the joints, will not let…” quote by Marcus Vitruvius Pollio](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d76/marcus-vitruvius-pollio-7498_bed_leave-a-cavity-behind-the-wall-facings-a_5922.jpg)
