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Rikedom och Framgång - Materialism

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Wealth & Success
he that hath a full purse never wanted a friend

used to suggest that people who have wealth or resources are often able to attract and keep friends more easily

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a great dowry is a bed full of brambles

used to suggest that having a large dowry or focusing solely on material wealth in a marriage can lead to difficulties, challenges, or even unhappiness

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no man loves his fetters, be they made of gold

used to suggest that the pursuit of material wealth should not come at the expense of personal freedom or genuine happiness

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you cannot take it with you when you die

used to emphasize that material possessions are ultimately temporary and that focusing on relationships, experiences, and personal growth are more meaningful in the long run

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the best things in life are free

used to imply that the most valuable things in life, such as happiness and love, cannot be bought, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing experiences and relationships over wealth

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man does not live by bread alone

used to emphasize that in addition to basic necessities like food and shelter, people have emotional, social, and spiritual needs that must be fulfilled to live a happy life

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a moneyless man goes fast through the market

used to imply that without money to spend, one is not interested in the market, and so will not spend much time there

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money cannot buy happiness

used to imply that having a lot of money or material possessions does not necessarily lead to happiness or contentment in life

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the things you own end up owning you

used to imply that excessive attachment to material possessions can lead to a loss of personal freedom and control

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money is not everything

used to imply that personal happiness, health, relationships, and personal growth are more important than money, encouraging people to prioritize these values over financial success

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