Affluence Quote by Samuel Richardson
“What pleasure can those over-happy persons know, who, from their affluence and luxury, always eat before they are hungry and drink before they are thirsty?”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Clarissa by Samuel Richardson, 1748
Wealthy people who indulge before need miss true pleasure, as satisfaction comes from genuine need being met.
In simple terms: Overindulgence dulls joy.
Key Takeaway
Seek genuine need before excess.
Themes
wealth
indulgence
pleasure
need
moderation
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- luxury consumption
- personal finance
- health
- mindfulness
Key Concepts
Stoicism
hedonism
selfcontrol
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you often indulge before you truly need?
- How does restraint affect your happiness?
A Different Perspective
True pleasure requires authentic desire, not artificial excess.
