Here is an equation worth remembering: Five dollars earned minus seven dollars spent = Unhappy Life." (Life Hacks, p.51)

Jon Morrison
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This is an old saying that means that if you spend more than you earn, you will end up unhappy. One of the most important things to remember about money is to spend wisely. Spend each dollar on the things that are important to you. The thing to remember here is that you should not spend more than you earn, or else your life will not go well.

Source: Life Hacks: Nine Ideas That Will Change How You Do Everything

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