Diogenes Laertius: Diogenes of Sinope said that we…

Public prices can make poor guides to value. Some things that cost little—an unhurried conversation, physical health, trust, a clear conscience—are difficult to replace once neglected. Other things attract large sums while adding almost nothing to a good life. The mistake is not owning nice things; it is allowing visible status to outweigh what actually sustains you. Today, ask what you have been trading away for convenience, appearance, or a short-term gain. Is a little extra work consuming time with someone you love? Is a purchase creating stress rather than enjoyment? Is being admired making you less honest? Choose one exchange to correct. Put resources where they protect character, relationships, and useful work. Their worth remains even when no audience recognizes it.