Rikedom och Framgång - Materialism

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

den som har en full plånbok ville aldrig ha en vän

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

en stor hemgift är en bädd full av tornhårar

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

ingen älskar sina bojor, vare sig de är gjorda av guld

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

du kan inte ta den med dig när du dör

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

de bästa sakerna i livet är gratis

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

människan lever inte bara av bröd

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

en pengalös man går snabbt genom marknaden

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

pengar kan inte köpa lycka

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

de saker du äger kommer att äga dig

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

pengar är inte allt