Bohemia is nothing more than the little country in which you do not live. If you try to obtain citizenship in it, at once the court and retinue pack the royal archives and treasure and move away beyond the hills.
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We can't buy one minute of time with cash; if we could, rich people would live longer.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Time is invaluable and cannot be purchased, regardless of wealth.
This quote emphasizes the universal truth that time is the most precious resource we have, and no amount of money can extend our lifespan or buy more time. It serves as a reminder that time should be cherished and spent wisely, as it is an equal opportunity for every person, rich or poor.
Themes
TimeWealthValueLifeMoney
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about work-life balance.
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